IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective

"Send Ben a text" Ever feel like you're lost in the maze of parenting? Well, guess what? It might be because you're not exactly sure where you want to go or who you want to be as a parent. Yep, that could be the key to your unhappiness too. The author of this text offers a free audio course, Parenting from the Inside Out, where they dive into the first big thing – your identity...

"Send Ben a text" Everything is Energy: The core message is that everything, including ourselves, our emotions, and the world around us, is made up of energy. Understanding this fundamental concept sets the stage for managing our overall well-being. Emotional Intelligence Matters: Developing emotional intelligence is crucial. It involves identifying and comprehending our emotions, knowin...

"Send Ben a text" In this podcast, I discuss exploring spirituality with an open mind, and acknowledging that traditional religious views may clash with non-traditional perspectives.  I differentiate between spirituality and religion, emphasizing a personal exploration without claiming expertise. I challenge the notion that worthiness determines spirituality, sharing personal experiences...

"Send Ben a text" Join us for an insightful discussion on building trust with your teen through consistent respect and boundary-setting.  Discover how modeling respectful behavior and fostering problem-solving skills can positively impact their growth.  Learn effective strategies for maintaining composure during challenges and the significance of self-reflection in creating a healthy fam...

"Send Ben a text" Hey there! Ever had a moment that completely changed your perspective? In this podcast, I'll share the story of how a simple sign flipped my world upside down. From feeling stuck in the victim mindset to discovering three game-changing mentalities, this journey will make you rethink how you see the world. Join me as I unveil the Victim Mentality , the Hero Mentalit...

"Send Ben a text" In this podcast episode, Ben and Cynthia discuss the YouMap assessment, which helps identify teenagers' strengths, values, preferred skills, burnout skills, and interests. They emphasize the importance of understanding oneself and using this knowledge to make informed decisions.  Things we discuss: Importance of self-awareness and understanding one's strengths...

"Send Ben a text" Here is what you'll learn in this episode: Understanding the impact of bullying on both the victim and the bully. Rethinking traditional anti-bullying methods by emphasizing empowerment for both parties. Analyzing real-life bullying instances to reveal underlying issues and motivations. Providing practical advice for parents and educators to support teens facing bu...

"Send Ben a text" In this podcast episode, you will learn: Trust is subjective and depends on individual expectations and experiences. Trust comes from within and is influenced by both expectations and actions. Clear communication and understanding of core needs are essential in parent-teen relationships. Dwelling on the past and thinking in black-and-white terms can hinder progress. Add...

"Send Ben a text" In this enlightening episode,  Ben explores a fundamental concept in parenting that most advice gets wrong – the external focus versus the internal focus. Discover why concentrating on things outside of your control, such as your teen's behavior, can drain your energy and hinder your growth as a parent.  Discover the key unseen elements that influence your parentin...

"Send Ben a text" Today's episode features Julia Rocque as a special guest, discussing the Pyramid of Influence.  The Arbinger Institute, known for "Leadership and Self-Deception," authored this concept. The pyramid consists of six levels: Get out of the box or improve your way of being. Build relationships with others who have influence. Build the relationship with your t...

"Send Ben a text" 3 types of Parent Traps you may be falling into: The Controlling Parent Trap: Ever found yourself trying to control every aspect of your teen's life, from their thoughts to their actions? It comes from a place of love, but it's a trap. We'll show you how to break free. The Doormat Parent Trap: On the flip side, some of us become total doormats, letting ou...

"Send Ben a text" Powerful Points Teens need support from a community of adults.  You can have an impact on more teens than simply your own teen. If you want to have an impact on a teens life, simply be the best adult you can be.  We both remember the impact that other adults had on our lives. Let us know if you would like us to do a Mini-Series. Shoot us a DM  @drive_your_thoughts_coach...

"Send Ben a text" You'll Have to Listen To This Episode This was an awesome interview with Carrie Marshall.  We had an amazing conversation.  As always, I don't really do show notes for my interviews because they're not scripted. We just talk and go.  Powerful Points Your story is worth sharing.  You have a story to share.  Anyone can write a book.  Understand what you wan...

"Send Ben a text" You'll Have to Listen To This Episode This was an awesome interview with Natalie Dianne.  We had an amazing conversation.  Powerful Points It's not your job to change your spouse, your teen, or anyone else.  You can only change yourself.  The only person who can know if divorce is right for you is YOU! Tap in to your internal wisdom, do the inner work, and mak...

"Send Ben a text" Some of the most common problems with athletes If you have a teen athlete, this podcast is for you and for them.  If you don't have a teen athlete, you can still listen because these principles are true in parenting as well.  Every year I coach a handful of elite athletes who want to take their game to the next level.  Often times, these are athletes who used to pl...

"Send Ben a text" Some of the most common problems with athletes If you have a teen athlete, this podcast is for you and for them.  If you don't have a teen athlete, you can still listen because these principles are true in parenting as well.  Every year I coach a handful of elite athletes who want to take their game to the next level.  Often times, these are athletes who used to pl...

"Send Ben a text" Are You and/or Your Teen Dreading School? First off, I think you should know that teens all over the US are dreading returning to school.  If you're teen is feeling anxious and they are dreading school, this episode is for you.  If you're teen is excited and ready to return to school, you can still implement everything you hear in this episode to help your tee...

"Send Ben a text" As the back-to-school season approaches, parents and teens alike experience a mix of emotions. While some parents eagerly anticipate the return to routine, many teens might feel anxious and overwhelmed by the upcoming challenges. If you find yourself wondering if coaching is the right solution for your teen during this critical time, this podcast is here to provide valu...

"Send Ben a text" You'll Have to Listen To This Episode This was an awesome interview with Emily Brown.  We had an amazing conversation.  As always, I don't really do show notes for my interviews because they're not scripted. We just talk and go.  Powerful Points In this episode we talked about how many parents struggle homeschooling their children because they're try...

"Send Ben a text" Want a Better Relationship with Your Teen? If you're anything like the parents that I work with, you probably want to improve your relationship with your teen.  That's awesome, because having an impactful relationship with your teen the foundation that successful teens are built on.  The problem is, there are sneaky traps that parents get caught up in that kil...

"Send Ben a text" Powerful Points In this episode we talked about parenting being the best personal development course ever.  We talked about how it gives you endless opportunities for personal growth.  Dr. Paul also taught about how personal growth is one of his 4 pillars for positive parenting. Dr. Paul's Free Book As a special gift to you, Dr. Paul is giving away his eBook, Porta...

"Send Ben a text" YOU Have the Power to Make Tough Moments Powerful Moments Recently in one of my group coaching call, a mom humbly and a little embarrassed admitted that she had recently parented her teen in a way that she was not proud of.  In fact, she was embarrassed and beating herself up. She couldn't understand how, after learning all this new stuff inside the membership, she...

"Send Ben a text" This is an awesome conversation about trauma and Triggers with Dr. Leanne Hawken After my recent podcast episode, Leanne reached out to me to further the discussion on trauma and triggers. This is a powerful conversation.  SO, you'll definitely want to listen to this one rather than just trying to read the show notes.  Are You Caught in the Parent Trap? Discover th...

"Send Ben a text" Have You Ever Had A "Gut Punch" Realization? Today, I'm going to tell you about one of the most life altering events of my life.  It took place during a jog at my local walking park with Brooke Castillo.  Only, she wasn't there.  It was just me, my phone, and my head phones, and Brooke's podcast. It's Not My Teen That Needs To Change, It&ap...

"Send Ben a text" What Does Trigger Even Mean?  For most people, when their talking about triggers, or "being triggered", they're usually talking about some kind of circumstance that triggers them or others.  This circumstance could be somebody else's actions, or words, or even something outside of their control like the color of their skin, their past, or even their...