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Ever been hit with an eye roll, backtalk, or the dreaded “Whatever!”? Curtis and RJ share laughs, practical parenting strategies, and real-life scenarios to help you handle disrespect without turning every disagreement into a battle. What's harder for you: staying calm when your child talks back, or getting them to open up when something is wrong? Tell us below! #ParentSupportCircle #Parenting...

Lost your temper over something small and felt sick about it all day? Curtis and RJ break “how to be a calmer parent” into three trainable skills — a lower baseline, an earlier catch, and a faster repair — and explain why “just stay calm” fails. Grab our free guide, 25 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of "How Was School?": https://parnetcircle2025.systeme.io/25questions Keywords: how to...

Tried to start a big family tradition and watched it fizzle by month two? You’re probably building it backwards. Curtis and RJ break down why planned traditions die, why the accidental ones last, and how to notice the small rituals already happening in your house. Grab our free guide, 25 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of "How Was School?": https://www.parentsupportcircle.com/25questio...

How do I build confidence? Here's the truth: you probably don't need another motivational quote telling you to "believe in yourself." Confidence is built through action. You take one small step. You learn. You make a mistake. You try again. Eventually, you have evidence that you can handle more than you thought. And as parents, this matters even more. We don't just need confi...

Is there really a correct number of hours for screen time? Curtis and RJ break down why ‘how much is too much’ is the wrong question — and share the questions that actually predict how screen time affects a kid: what it's displacing, what kind of content fills it, and how a kid transitions out of it. Grab our free guide, 25 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of "How Was School?": http...

Ask about school and get nothing back? You're probably just asking at the worst possible moment. Curtis and RJ break down why the car ride home is often the hardest window for real conversation, why pushing harder backfires, and how to find your kid's actual talking window later in the day. Grab our free guide, 25 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of "How Was School?": https://ww...

Your kid probably heard you. That’s the uncomfortable part. Curtis and RJ break down why "not listening" is almost always a heard-but-not-acted-on problem, why repeating yourself accidentally teaches kids to wait for the fifth ask, and the specific fixes — proximity, a first ask that actually counts, fewer total requests — that work faster than more patience ever will. RJ shares how his...

"We’re too busy" is real — and also not the actual obstacle. Curtis and RJ break down how to get your family back to the table more nights than not: lowering the bar on what counts as family dinner, the schedule tricks that actually buy back time, and why the conversation matters more than the meal itself. RJ shares the one-sentence comment from his daughter that saved family dinner duri...

Is it normal worry, or something more? Curtis and RJ break down how to tell the difference, why constant reassurance can actually backfire, and the gentle, practical tools that help a child move through anxiety instead of around it. RJ shares the hard lesson he learned about anxious kids: your job isn’t to fix it for them. Grab our free guide, "25 Questions to Ask Your Kid Instead of ‘How Was...

Your kids don’t learn healthy technology habits from a lecture — they learn it from watching you. Curtis and RJ break down the phone-basket ritual, the overnight charging spot, and the pause-before-you-tap habit that actually shift a household’s tech culture, plus RJ’s own double standard, called out bluntly by his teenage daughter. #ParentingTips #ScreenTimeForKids #DigitalWellness #HealthyTechHa...

Screen addiction isn’t a willpower problem — it’s engineering. Curtis and RJ break down what’s actually happening in a kid’s brain that makes screens so hard to put down, why confiscating the device usually backfires, and the collaborative strategies that actually stick. RJ shares how he and his daughter Amanda navigated her phone use during the hardest stretch of her teenage years. Stay Connected...

In this episode, Curtis Leong explores the biggest question parents are asking today: Is AI helping or hurting my kids? Discover the benefits, the risks, and five practical ways to teach your children how to use artificial intelligence responsibly while developing critical thinking, creativity, and confidence. If you're raising kids in today's digital world, this episode is packed with pra...

Every parent expects mood swings, but how do you know when it's something more? In this episode of the Parent Support Circle Podcast , Curtis and RJ explore the often-overlooked signs of depression in children and teens. Depression doesn't always look like sadness—it can show up as anger, withdrawal, declining grades, sleep changes, physical complaints, or a loss of interest in the things...

Your kid's favorite word is "fine." We're here to change that. 😅 This week on Parent Support Circle, Curtis breaks down why tweens and teens suddenly go quiet — and the simple shifts that actually get them talking again (hint: it's not more questions). If dinner feels like an interrogation and every answer is one word, this episode is your permission slip to try something di...

How do you actually know if you're raising a resilient kid? In this episode of The Parent Support Circle, Curtis and RJ dig into one of the questions parents quietly worry about most — and the answer isn't what most of us think. Curtis opens with a real moment from his own house: his eleven-year-old daughter London auditions for the lead in her school play, doesn't get it, and comes ho...

"You don't understand me." Your teen says it, slams the door, and you're left wondering what just happened. In this episode, Curtis and RJ unpack what that sentence really means (it's rarely what you think), why arguing back makes it worse, and the simple line that gets your teen talking again instead of shutting down. RJ shares a real moment with his son Josh that almost tur...

🎓 Is your teen studying for hours but still struggling with grades, motivation, or organization? In this episode of the Parent Support Circle Podcast, we explore practical and effective study habits that can help teens improve focus, reduce stress, and build the skills they need for academic success. You'll learn: ✅ Why study habits matter more than natural talent ✅ How to help your teen cr...

Having an open and honest conversation with your kids about puberty is a crucial part of modern parenting, but it can often feel weird and uncomfortable for both parents and children. In this video, we explore the real reason why puberty conversations can be so awkward, and provide valuable parenting tips and advice on how to approach this sensitive topic with love, care, and understanding. As par...

In this episode of our parenting podcast, we're taking a parenting reality check to examine the habits we're modeling for our kids. As parents, we often focus on giving our children the best possible start in life, but it's equally important to consider the impact of our own behavior on their development. By prioritizing family first and adopting gentle parenting techniques, we can cre...

How much freedom is too much — and when does structure become a cage? In this episode, Curtis and RJ dig into one of the most common parenting challenges: figuring out when to hold firm and when to let go as your tween or teen grows. RJ shares real stories about Josh and Amanda, Curtis breaks down the Structured Freedom framework, and you'll walk away with one concrete action to take this week...

Is your tween or teen completely checked out of school? You’re not alone — and you’re not out of options. In this episode of the Parent Support Circle, Curtis and RJ dig into the real reasons kids disengage from school (hint: it’s rarely laziness), and share six practical strategies for helping them find their motivation again. From connecting school to your kid’s actual interests, to engineering...

Has your gut been telling you something’s off with your kid? You’re not overreacting — and you’re not alone. In this episode, Curtis and RJ sit down for one of the most important conversations parents of tweens and teens need to have: when is it time to consider therapy or counseling for your child — and how do you actually make it happen? RJ opens up about his own experience with his two adult ch...

In this thought-provoking discussion, Curtis Leong delves into the complexities of gratitude, privilege, and parenting, offering valuable insights and parenting hacks to help you navigate the challenges of raising a family. As a parent, achieving financial freedom is often a top priority, and this conversation sheds light on how to cultivate a sense of gratitude and awareness of privilege in your...

Get ready for a game-changer! The Parent Support Circle Podcast is LIVE, bringing you the ultimate boost for parents crushing it while chasing a brighter, more balanced future. Dads and moms, this is YOUR space for inspiration, encouragement, and empowerment as you conquer work, kids, and your dreams! 💡 This episode drops: Real talk on mastering work-life balance. Powerful strategies for financia...

Does "That's SO unfair!" sound familiar? If you're parenting a tween, it probably does. In this episode of Parent Support Circle, host Curtis sits down with co-host RJ — a dad who's been through the tween years twice with his now-adult kids Josh and Amanda — to unpack one of the most common parenting flashpoints: consequences. What makes a consequence actually fair? What'...