TRUSTED by your teenager with Kristen Duke

Have you ever found yourself thinking: "My teenager's confidence is so low." "I've told her a hundred times how amazing she is, but she just doesn't believe me." "I wish he could see what I see in him." If so, this episode might completely change the way you see your role in your teenager's confidence journey. In this episode, I'm sharing one of the biggest parenting blind spots I see in loving, i...

Have you ever thought, "I don't even know where to start..." when someone asks how things are going with your teenager? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, we're talking about why so many moms feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and unable to put into words what's happening at home. I'll share the three questions I ask moms that help bring clarity, uncover what's really going on beneath...

Are you trying to control something you were never meant to control? If you've ever thought: "My teen won't talk to me." "I've tried everything." "Nothing is working." "Why am I the only one trying?" ...this episode is for you. In today's conversation, I share a personal story about a time I was absolutely convinced I was right, and the surprising lesson my child taught me. I explore how easy it i...

Immerse in the Trusted Language with the Trusted Reset https://reset.kristenduke.com/ code: trust We start June 10th!  

Are you ready to fight against this lie? Join the Truest Reset and become the steady mom you've dreamed you'd be.  https://reset.kristenduke.com/ Use code: trust We start June 10th!   Questions? Email me or message on IG @KristenDukeChats kristen@kristenduke.com  

I got that question (the title of this episode) at the recent masterclass I taught on conflict. I share in this 10 minute episode how I answered that, an how deep I feel the pain from that question.  Watch the replay of the Conflict Masterclass Then lets chat, link in the description of that video to set up a call with me, you can also do that here: 30 minute clarity call with Kristen (after watch...

Do you ever avoid talking about dating because you don't know what to say? In this 10-minute episode, I unpack why fear of saying the wrong thing keeps many moms silent, and how having the right prompts can instantly lower the pressure. I also share how my 50 Dating Conversation Cards are designed to make these conversations natural, not awkward. Grab the cards here (with $5 off for now!) https://...

Whether you have current contention or want to prevent future contention, I know you want a calm home, so if it's feeling chaotic, come to the free masterclass on January 27th and take the strategies with you back to your family: https://kristenduke.com/sibling-rivalry-masterclass/ Email: kristen@kristenduke.com   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/   To answer my question I ask...

It's frustrating to ask your teen to do something, and they don't do it! You're trying to teach them life skills, and they just don't care...am I right?  Listen to this 10 minute episode, and if you feel so inclined, join us next Monday, January 12th for the free Trusted Lab . 

Sharing a story of a recent conflict, listen for the juicy details! email me Kristen@KristenDuke.com Instagram: @KristenDukeChats

Summarizing the highs and lows of my double header weekend organizing my first IN PERSON event (workshop) and speaking on a stage for the first time!  When you tie it into motherhood, we WILL have challenges, it's what you do with them, how you adjust, what you do NEXT that  Free Trusted Lab Replay (2.5 hour detailed workshop) Email me if I missed something I meant to put here or just comment on a...

An unanticipated road trip conversation with my daughter and her bestie about the pains moms experience. A peek behind the scenes on what I do when I'm not on social media! I share about the Utah Lab LIVE November 14th: https://kristenduke.com/utah-lab/ Online Trusted Lab (Nov. 3rd): https://kristenduke.com/lab/

Recorded this as I sit at an outdoor café after happily driving my daughter and her friends to a concert (and uploaded to publish 5 minutes later). How saying yes to these moments quietly builds trust. If you've ever wrestled with the compliment (or with what "good mom" even means), this one's for you. Also, would love you to join me inside the free Trusted Lab to learn simple shifts that get your...

Does your husband roll his eyes when you talk about parenting differently, or feel left out because the kids seem to connect more with you? In this episode, I unpack why many dads resist the Trusted Method, what's really behind their doubts, and how to invite them into a united parenting approach without nagging or tiptoeing. Ready to dig deeper? Come to the Trusted Lab: https://kristenduke.com/la...

In this episodes, I referenced: To my Teen IG reel about talking about tragedies and being a LIGHT in the world 5 Questions to ask your teen to talk about uncomfortable emotions  The Trusted Academy Lab

Listen as I walk in the rain and chat about my solo road trip last week and how it ties into becoming the emotionally safe place for your teenager.  Free Lab Here

In this episode, I'm sharing why I created the Start a Small Business with Instagram workshop, and why this might be the most important thing you do for yourself this year. Whether you're craving something that's just yours, preparing for life after the kids leave, or realizing it's smart to have earning potential in your back pocket, this workshop is your launchpad. You'll learn how to turn your...

I am OFTEN asked how I got started with my business in this online space, and have never actually written it down/recorded it, and today's the day!  It's been 15 years of learning, tweaking, implementing, and I'd love to share that with you if you have a desire for more, even if you're not sure what that looks like yet.  I'm holding a 1 day online workshop on August 5th (with replays if you can't...

Cali and I went to Miami for her Spring Break, and had so much fun! In this episode, she joins me to share a few stories I thought you'd benefit from hearing about invalidating your teen (she called me out!) I shared at the end a secret project I'm working on, email me to know more! kristen@kristenduke.com  

If you want to SEE differently, and willing to DO differently, send me an email with the subject line "I want to SEE!" to kristen@kristenduke.com I'm here to help. (I've been there!)

If this episode struck a cord with you, join me and watch the mom reset:   https://kristenduke.com/reset   When your teen lashes out, you have a choice: You can react—or you can guide. Let me guide YOU how to do differently. 

This episode is all about encouraging (not enforcing) your teen to date! Download the free Teen Date Deck guide:  https://kristenduke.com/teen-date-ideas/ This will also sign you up for the Bestie Club with more ideas coming to your email on teen dating! Feel free to message me on Instagram: @KristenDukeChats or email me kristen@kristenduke.com with any teen dating questions!

Listen for what NOT to do when your teen doesn't get invited (and mam bear comes out!) and you want to reach out to their friends moms to convince them to make it all better.  Conversation. Connection. Confidence building. All that adds up to TRUST! In this episode, I shared about the new Teen Chat Cards all about FRIENDS with 50 scenarios for you and your teen to chat through, grab them here: htt...

Sharing a story when "mama bear" came out swinging when my teen complained about a friend and then defended them because of my response.  In this episode, I shared about the new Teen Chat Cards all about FRIENDS with 50 scenarios for you and your teen to chat through, grab them here: https://members.kristenduke.com/friends-teen-chats/   Conversation. Connection. Confidence building. All that adds...

How you downloaded the free calm creator yet?  Grab that here: https://kristenduke.com/calmcreator/ Sharing an embarrassing story about myself in order to help you remember a very important tip to better address conflict.  Also sharing more about this on Instagram this week: https://www.instagram.com/kristendukechats/