Rethinking Parenting with Cristina Young
af Cristina Young LCSW
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Ditch the outdated scripts, embrace some new techniques, and learn to connect with your teen in today's ever-changing world. Most parents use their own upbringing as their default parenting style, which usually backfires on them. Rethinking Parenting provides practical strategies to help parents navigate the unique challenges of raising teenagers in the 21st century.
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- Dodging Drama at the Family BBQ · 15 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 30In this episode, I’m diving into the all-too-familiar chaos of family gatherings—specifically, how to prepare yourself and your teenager for navigating tricky relatives at the…
- I Deserve This AND It's Good for My Kids · 25 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 29In this solo episode, I dive into a message I believe every parent needs to hear: you deserve to prioritize yourself — and it's actually good for your kids when you do. I’ve been…
- College to Corporate: Reflections on Transitions with Riley Young · 47 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 28In this heartfelt and deeply personal episode, I sit down with my daughter Riley Young—back for her second appearance on the podcast—just days after she graduated from USC with a…
- Your Marriage Needs Oxygen and Sunshine · 21 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 27In this episode, I dive into the often-overlooked heart of the family: your marriage. With summer approaching and more time spent as a family unit, I’ve been hearing a lot from…
- Fortifying Yourself For Summer! · 28 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 26Summer can get overwhelming fast if we don’t get intentional about our time. In this episode, I walk you through four practical rules for setting boundaries—including how to…
- Unshakable: Growing Girls Who Know Their Worth · 1 t. 1 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 25In this episode, I sit down with two longtime members of my Monday parenting group—Angela and Dana—for a candid and heartfelt conversation about raising confident girls in…
- Welcome to Holland: A Conversation About Acceptance · 47 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 24In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and parenting group member Vicky Shusterman—an accomplished lawyer, full-time working mom, and thoughtful human navigating the deeply…
- Rethinking Masculinity: What Adolescence Taught Me About Parenting Boys · 29 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 23In this episode, I dive deep into the Netflix miniseries Adolescence, a haunting and powerful story that shines a light on the emotional lives of boys—especially those struggling…
- Making the Most of Your Teens High School Years: LogicPrep with Lindsay Tanne · 55 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 22In this episode, I’m joined by Lindsay Tanne—college admissions expert, Harvard grad, and parent herself—for a real and refreshing conversation about how to navigate the high…
- Backpocket Phrases: Simple Comebacks for Tough Situations · 20 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 21In this episode, I share a concept I call "Backpocket Phrases"—simple, effective comeback lines that can help your child handle mean-spirited comments or bullying with…
- Healthy Habits for Busy Moms: Susan's Top Nutrition Tips · 47 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 20This week, I welcomed Susan, a certified nutrition and wellness coach specializing in midlife wellness for busy moms. Susan shares practical tips to help parents create healthier…
- Setting Yourself Up To Succeed · 22 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 19In this episode, we explore a powerful parenting—and life—tool: the courage to name your truth before it becomes a problem. Whether it’s setting boundaries with family, managing…
- 10 Parenting Tips to Help You Usher in the April Version of Your Kid · 19 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 18Spring is here, and your child isn’t the same kid they were in September! In this episode, I share 10 essential parenting tips to help you recognize and respond to your child’s…
- Why I Belong in Nature: A Reflection on Self-Acceptance · 14 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 17In this solo episode, I reflect on my recent trip to Northern Iceland and the deep sense of belonging I found in nature. Sitting in a hot tub nestled in the Troll Peninsula, I…
- 41 Years Together: Love, Laughter, and Lessons on Marriage · 38 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 16After 41 years together, including 33 years of marriage, people always ask us, “What’s your secret?” In this special Valentine’s Day episode, I finally convinced my husband, Don…
- Unexpected Joys: Mahlia Lindquist on Rethinking Motherhood · 47 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 15In this week's episode, I sat down with Mahlia Lindquist, a former lawyer turned devoted mom, to dive into her unexpected journey into motherhood. She opens up about how she once…
- From New Moms to Lifelong Friends: A Heartfelt Conversation with Carol Rooney · 53 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 13In this episode, I sit down with my dear friend Carol Rooney to reminisce about our years of motherhood, friendship, and the moments that have shaped us along the way. We dive…
- It's No One's Fault: Understanding and Supporting Your Child’s Growth · 23 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 13Parenting can often feel like walking down a street filled with unexpected challenges, and this week, I explore how we can guide our kids—and ourselves—through these moments with…
- Both-And Thinking: Finding Clarity in the Gray Areas of Parenting · 20 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 12Parenting is full of decisions that don’t have easy answers. In this solo episode, I explore the concept of "both-and thinking," an approach that helps parents embrace the gray…
- When Your Teen Withdraws: Understanding, Connecting, and Navigating the Distance · 20 min. · Sæson 1 Episode 11In this solo episode, I’m diving into a challenge many parents face: What do you do when your teenage daughter starts withdrawing? Whether she’s shutting the door, spending more…
