The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee

In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast , Taralee explores the real reason relationships can feel so hard—especially with the people we love most. Are we really too busy to connect? Or are we using busyness to avoid the discomfort of disconnection? Drawing on insights from Mel Robbins, Brené Brown, and her own coaching practice, Taralee breaks down the four biggest roadblocks that get in the way of m...

Episode 14 – Why Connection Changes Everything: A Conversation with Todd Sarner What if the most effective parenting strategy isn't a strategy at all—but a relationship ? In this powerful and heartfelt episode, Taralee sits down with parenting coach and psychotherapist Todd Sarner , founder of Transformative Parenting and former faculty member at the Neufeld Institute, for a conversation that ever...

Have you ever thought, "I just want my child back…" or found yourself in constant conflict, unsure how to repair the relationship? In this powerful episode of The FOCUS Podcas t , I'm sharing 5 mindset shifts from my signature FOCUS Framework™ that can help you start rebuilding trust and connection with your teen—starting today. These are the same shifts that changed my relationship with my daught...

🎙 Episode 12 – Summer Transitions: Guiding Your Teen with Calm & Confidence Summer break sounds dreamy—no early alarms, no lunch-packing chaos, no school pressure. But for many families, that sudden shift in structure can bring unexpected stress. Teens and young adults may seem unmotivated, disconnected, or emotionally on edge. And as a parent, it's easy to feel confused or even helpless. In this...

🎙️ Episode 11 — More in Control, Less in Control: The Paradox That Sets You Free What if one of the most powerful truths you could embrace… is a paradox? In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee , we explore a life-changing mindset shift: 👉 You are more in control than you've ever believed. 👉 And you have less control than you think. It sounds contradictory, but learning to live in this...

In this special episode, I sit down with someone who knows my parenting better than anyone else — my 18-year-old son, Tyler. We talk honestly and playfully about the teenage years, what worked, what didn't, and what helped him feel safe, seen, and supported. He shares candid insights every parent needs to hear — from the hardest parts of being a teen to the ways parents can actually build trust (e...

Episode 9: What If Anxiety Is Trying to Help You? Anxiety doesn't mean you're broken - it means your brain is trying to protect you. But what if the way it's doing that is outdated, overreactive, or just plain confusing? In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee , we explore a whole new way of understanding anxiety—as a signal, not a stop sign. Join me as I break down: 💛 Why anxiety shows...

What do you do when your teen is anxious and you feel helpless? In this heartfelt episode of The FOCUS Podcast , I sit down with my husband for a real and vulnerable conversation about parenting through anxiety. We talk honestly about what it's like to watch your teen struggle and not know how to help, and the mistakes we've made along the way. We share: What anxiety actually looks like in teens (...

Do your conversations with your teen often end in silence…or explosions? You're not alone—and there's a powerful reason why. In this episode of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee , we explore what emotional safety really means, why it matters so deeply for your relationship with your teen, and how you can begin creating it in everyday interactions. Taralee breaks down the neuroscience behind your teen...

Ever feel like something is wrong with you because you're overwhelmed, emotional, or just plain exhausted in your relationships? This episode is a breath of fresh air. I'm pulling back the curtain on what it really means to be human—and why your struggles don't mean you're failing. You'll hear heartfelt stories from clients, get practical mindset tools, and learn: Why "life is 50/50" can free you...

Episode 5 – Unshakable Self-Worth: The Foundation for Better Relationships Do you feel like you're doing everything you can in your relationships—but it's still not enough? Maybe you're exhausted from trying to keep the peace, please others, or finally be seen. In this heartfelt and powerful episode, Taralee shares the truth that transformed her life—and the lives of countless coaching clients. Yo...

In Episode 4 of The FOCUS Podcast with Taralee , we unpack step two of the FOCUS Model: Own Your Thoughts —a powerful shift that can radically change how you parent, even in the heat of the moment. You'll discover how your thoughts—not your teen's behavior—create your emotional experience. Taralee shares relatable coaching stories, practical mindset shifts, and simple reflection tools to help you...

Ever wish you had a reset button after a heated moment with your teen? Or a roadmap for navigating tough conversations without losing your cool? In this powerful episode, Taralee introduces two game-changing versions of her signature FOCUS framework: ✨ Reflective FOCUS — for those moments after the fact, when guilt or confusion creeps in. ✨ Real-Time FOCUS — to guide you through challenging conv...

If you've ever felt like your teen or young adult is shutting down emotionally, and you don't know how to reach them, this episode is for you. In this heartfelt solo episode, parent coach Taralee shares her powerful FOCUS Framework : five key shifts that help parents reconnect with their struggling child, especially when anxiety , depression , or distance has taken hold. From understanding emotion...

In this first episode of The Focus Podcast with Taralee , I share the personal story behind my coaching practice, Peaceful Heart Journey , and introduce a powerful truth that has transformed how I work with parents: ✨ What you focus on expands. If you've been feeling disconnected from your teen, overwhelmed by the silence or daily struggles, this episode is your starting point for creating meanin...