Smells Like Teen Parent

Smells Like Teen Parent by Jenny Debevec

Jenny Debevec

This podcast is for adolescents and the adults who annoy them. You want to have a good relationship with your teen and you also have to get them ready for the real world. Jenny Debevec, a nationally certified counselor and consultant with 20 years working with teens, helps you maintain your sense of humor, offering motivation, advice, and support as we walk this sometimes smelly road. You will hear fun discussions and let’s get real interviews with parents, kids, and experts about topics like college applications, sex and gender identity, social media, relationships, learning disabilities, parent self-care, puberty, and more! If you need a laugh, a little advice or just want to know you’re not alone, listen in. 

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Discover the delicate dance of trust that defines the ever-evolving parent-teen relationship with thoughtful insights from Jenny Debevec, adult guest expert Dr. Eric Solomon and teens themselves. Together, we peel back the layers of truth, lies, and the quest for adolescent independence, offering you a treasure trove of understanding and strategies to fortify these crucial bonds. Hear heartfelt stories and expert research that illuminate the reasons behind teenage secrecy and its reverberating effects on everything from school success to self-esteem. We confront the tough issues head-on, advising on how to handle the moment a child entrusts you with their hidden truths and exploring ways to rebuild trust when it’s been shaken.

Venture further into the intricate fabric of family dynamics, as we navigate the challenges authenticity faces in an era where opinion is often mistaken for fact, not just in the public arena but also within the close-knit circle of family life. The conversation introduces innovative tools like the 'trust barometer' and the 'line of humility', aimed at nurturing curiosity and open dialogue over defensiveness and stubbornness.  Fundamentally, we emphasize the value of adopting a learning stance over the need to always be correct, with the ultimate goal of cultivating deeper, more transparent family connections amid our complex social landscape. Don't miss this essential exchange filled with actionable insights for parents and teens alike.

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Previous episodes

  • 18 - Trust, Truth, and Lies: How to Build More Honest Relationships Between Teens and Adults 
    Tue, 26 Mar 2024
  • 17 - Guiding Teens to Careers from Dreams 
    Wed, 24 Jan 2024
  • 16 - Supporting LGBTQ+ Youth: Transforming Love Into Action 
    Tue, 03 Oct 2023
  • 15 - Ep 13: Bonus Feature: How Improvisation Can Make You a Better Parent! With Michael O'Brien 
    Mon, 04 Sep 2023
  • 14 - Ep 12: Humor: Are You Funny Enough to Parent a Teen? 
    Sat, 05 Aug 2023
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