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On Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis8. When Your Teen Pushes You Away: Finding Balance in Difficult RelationshipsThe moment your teenager rolls their eyes, retreats to their room, or responds with a dismissive "whatever" can trigger something deep and primal within you. That feeling of invisibility, of being taken for granted after all you've sacrificed – it's a universal parental wound that cuts especially deep for those of us raising adolescents through mental health crises.In this raw, heartfelt conversation, we explore what happens when our teenagers need space from us and how their natural biological drive to separate often reawakens our own core wounds. We share vulnerable stories from our personal parenting journeys – from thro...2025-06-0233 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis7. Loving Through Substance Misuse: A Mother's Journey of Radical AcceptanceFear grips you when your child overdoses. The nightmare every parent dreads becomes reality, and suddenly every moment feels like walking on a tightrope across an abyss.In this deeply personal conversation, Catherine courageously shares her ongoing journey supporting her 18-year-old daughter through addiction and substance misuse, including a recent overdose that required Narcan intervention. She doesn't speak from the comfortable distance of hindsight but from the raw, vulnerable center of the storm.What do you do when your child is an adult making choices that could kill them? How do you maintain boundaries while...2025-05-0121 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis6. What About My Partner?Struggling with a partner who parents differently than you do? You're not alone. In this vulnerable conversation, Teri and Catherine dive deep into one of the most challenging aspects of raising children: navigating different parenting approaches with a spouse or co-parent.Drawing from their personal experiences as trauma-informed mothers and Conscious Parenting Coaches, they explore the profound tensions that arise when one parent feels they've done more inner work than the other. Both share raw accounts of their own family dynamics – from feeling like a "solo parent" despite having a partner physically present, to the frustration of wa...2025-04-0925 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis5. The Daily Struggle - Connection Before CorrectionEvery parent knows that moment—standing at your teenager's bedroom door, desperately trying to get them moving while being met with pure teenage disdain. What seems like a simple morning routine quickly reveals the complex emotional landscape we navigate as parents.In this deeply relatable episode, Teri opens up about a recent morning struggle with her 16-year-old that triggered familiar questions: Am I doing too much? Too little? Am I enabling poor behavior or showing my child they have worth? These aren't just questions for mundane moments—they're the same ones we face during more serious situations, just...2025-03-2529 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis4. Radical AcceptanceRadical Acceptance: Letting Go and Trusting the JourneyIn this episode of Navigating the Abyss, hosts Teri and Catherine, both Trauma-Informed Conscious Parenting coaches, delve into the concept of Radical Acceptance. They explore the critical differences between regular acceptance and radical acceptance, sharing personal experiences and parenting challenges to illustrate the transformative power of truly letting go and trusting the process. They discuss the importance of self-awareness, grounding techniques, and the impact of radical acceptance on both their children’s development and their own well-being. The episode emphasizes the importance of embracing uncertainty, the power of the pr...2025-03-0425 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis3. When Your Child is Having Big FeelingsIn this episode of Navigating the Abyss, Teri and Catherine explore the challenges parents face when their children experience intense emotions. They share personal stories and insights on how to manage these situations, emphasizing the importance of emotional regulation, connection, and validation. The conversation highlights the necessity of understanding one's own emotions as a parent and the impact this has on children. The hosts provide practical tools for creating safe spaces for children to express their feelings and discuss the significance of authenticity in parenting.Key Takeaways:It's essential to acknowledge and manage your...2025-02-1421 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis2. Catherine's Story - 'Beyond Behaviour'In this episode, hosts Teri and Catherine share their personal journeys as trauma-informed parents navigating the challenges of raising teens in crisis. They discuss the importance of connection, understanding mental health issues, and the tools they have learned to support their children. Catherine shares her profound experiences with her daughter, highlighting the need for acceptance and the shift from fear-based parenting to love-based interactions. The conversation emphasizes the significance of seeing the essence of children beyond their behaviors and the ongoing journey of healing and growth for both parents and children.Key takeaways:2025-01-2423 minOn Navigating the Abyss: Parenting Alchemy for Kids in Crisis1. Teri's Story - 'Beyond Fixing'Teri and Catherine share their experiences and discuss challenges faced by parents, the importance of emotional support, and the journey of self-awareness that can help both parents and children navigate difficult times. Teri shares her personal story about her daughter's struggles and the lessons learned about being present and supportive without trying to fix the situation. Navigating the Crisis: Teri talks about the early warning signs and the year-long crisis before her daughter’s situation escalated. She describes the emotional toll it took on her and how the whole family was impacted. One of the fi...2025-01-2423 min