Parenting Through the Hard

Parenting Through The Hard

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Parenting Through the Hard is a podcast for parents walking through the toughest seasons with their teens or adult children. Whether you’re facing crisis, unexpected choices, or the heavy weight of uncertainty, this space is for you. I’m Angie, a mom who has lived through the worry, heartbreak, and messy middle of raising older kids. I’m not an expert, but I share what I’ve learned in hopes that you’ll feel less alone in your journey. Each episode offers honest, grace-filled conversations about loving your child without losing yourself, holding compassion and boundaries together, and keeping f...

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Apr 8, 2026

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Episodes

Peaceful Parenting: Unveiling Inner Harmony Through Self-Care 18.04.2023

“I write because I don’t know what I think until I read what I wrote” Flannery O’Connor Join us in this week's episode as we continue to sow the seeds of self-compassion, accompanied by our insightful guest, Leif Holmes. Leif, a pastor with over 30 years of shared life experience with his wife, Laura, and raising three kids together, brings a unique perspective to our conversation. Discover the be...

Empowered Parenting: The Vital Role of Therapy and Support Amid Teen Struggles 04.04.2023

In our recent survey, we asked parents navigating the tumultuous journey of raising teens in crisis about their self-care practices. Here's a glimpse into their go-to strategies: Exercise/Physical Movement Spending Time with Friends Counseling/Support Groups/12 Steps Prayer/Meditation/Journaling Massage Today, we're delving into result number 3—Counseling, Support Groups, or 12-step Programs and h...

Self Care Beyond Bubble Baths: The Role Your Body Plays in Your Mental Health 21.03.2023

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Show-notes Episode 32 Self-Compassion 101: Your Body "If your compassion does not include yourself, it is incomplete."  Jack Kornfield In today's episode, Megan Dahlman, Certifi...

Self-Compassion 101: Healing on a Soul Level 07.03.2023

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Pause for a moment; there's something crucial here. In the world of parenting a teen facing challenges, self-care isn't just a luxury—it's a lifeline. It's about showing up as t...

A Look at Teen Behaviors: Conflict 21.02.2023

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Show-notes Episode 30 Title: A Look at Teen Behaviors: Conflict Today's episode is part 3 of our 3-part series looking at some common teen behaviors that you may be witnessing i...

A Look at Teen Behaviors: Manipulation 07.02.2023

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Show-notes Episode 29 Title: A Look at Teen Behaviors: Manipulation Today's episode is part 2 of a 3-part series where we will look into some common teen behaviors that you migh...

A Look at Teen Behaviors: Isolating 24.01.2023

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Today's episode is part 1 of a 3-part series where we will be looking into some common teen behaviors that you might be witnessing in your child and dive a little into you why i...

Embracing Imperfection: Why You Need to Let Go of the Need to Fix Your Teen 10.01.2023

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Did you know studies show that over-involved parenting is associated with anxiety, depression, life dissatisfaction, and emotional dysregulation? In today’s episode, we talk abo...

Strengthening Your Realtionship with Your Teen 27.12.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Show-notes Episode 27 Strengthening Your Relationship with Your Child If life as a parent is less than perfect right now, if you feel like you are on a hamster wheel, living the...

The Greatest Risk You Are Facing 13.12.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. The Greatest Risk You Are Facing In today’s episode, we talk about the greatest risk you are facing this season (it’s not what you may think). We also discuss replacing reaction...

Getting Through the Holidays 29.11.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Getting Through the Holidays The holiday season can be challenging. In today's episode, we talk about some of the challenges you may face and a few new unexpected opportunities ...

Finding Your Own Path 08.11.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Show-notes Episode 23 Finding Your Own Path From the moment we become parents, we condition ourselves to recognize potential dangers. For this reason, as parents with children i...

Raw, Real & Unedited 25.10.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Raw, Real & Unedited Warning: Emotional Episode.  Today, I was feeling all the feels. Having a podcast or running a social media page doesn’t make you an expert on anything....

Teen Independence Unleashed: Loving Detachment Strategies 11.10.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Show-notes Episode 21 Building Teen Competence and Confidence with Loving Detachment One of the reasons we get so exhausted as parents is that we can become a little over-involv...

The #1 Reason You Are Exhausted 27.09.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Unyielding  Episode 20 The #1 Reason You Feel Exhausted Raising teenagers can be EXHAUSTING; in this episode, we discuss the #1 reason for it.  Join the conversation as I talk a...

When Does the Healing Begin? 13.09.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. When Does the Healing Begin? Parents who have been stretched thin are questioning their ability to continue holding and often ask when does the healing begin? In this episode, w...

Finding Meaning in the Mess 30.08.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Finding Meaning in the Mess How do I do this, and how do I do it right?  That’s the question nestled deep in the heart of every parent I meet. In this episode, we talk about the...

The Secret To Reestablishing Trust 16.08.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. The Secret to Reestablishing Trust  For this final episode in Season 2, we are talking about trust. Upon reading that word, some of you are already thinking to yourself… I can’t...

Down Grief Mountain: With Mary Crantson 02.08.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Down Grief Mountain with Mary Cranston  In part two of my interview with Mary Cranston, we begin looking ahead to the journey down the other side of Grief Mountain.   What can w...

Grief Mountain with Mary Cranston Part 1 19.07.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Sometimes we are so consumed with trying to keep our heads above water with court dates, challenging behaviors, and worrying about the future that it's easy to dismiss the fact ...

When the Challenge Changes You - Part Two 05.07.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. When The Challenge Changes You - Part 2 In Episode 14, A quick part two of our interview with Blake, he continues his candid conversation about what life was like as a teen in t...

When the Challenge Changes You - Blake's Story 21.06.2022

When The Challenge Changes You - Blake’s Story In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing Blake, who offers us the gift of his perspective on what it was like to be a child who experienced the juvenile justice system.  In part one of this two-part interview, Blake openly shares his story of what life was like during his teen years. His experiences, the factors he believes influenced his dec...

What No One Tells You About Youth Probation 07.06.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. In this episode, I have the honor of interviewing Pete Feliciano. Pete graduated college with a degree in Law and Justice and a Master's degree in counseling. He recently retire...

Protecting vs Equipping: How to Get it Right 24.05.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. In part two of my podcast interview with Pastor Jim Ladd, we discuss the difference between protecting and equipping our child and learn what could be at risk if we don't get th...

Moving Through the Unknown with Purpose 10.05.2022

Note: This episode was originally published under our former podcast title. While the name has changed to “Parenting Through the Hard,” the heart of this conversation remains the same. Thanks for being part of the journey. Moving Through the Unknown with Purpose This episode is the second in a series of interviews with different people offering different perspectives on what to consider as you wal...

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