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Supermom is Getting TiredThe Letting Go ChallengeLetting Go
As parents, we are in a constant state of letting go. Some of these things are easy like diapers or being woken up in the middle of the night. Others are hard like being the center of your child's world and hugs.
This week we are talking about Letting Go and the Who's, What's, Why's and How's of it.
Please join Torie Henderson and spiritual guide Sarah Trapkus for the 5-Day Letting Go Challenge starting Monday inside the Supermom is Getting Tired Facebook Group.
Monday, May 13 - Friday, May 17, we will b...
2024-05-0720 min
Supermom is Getting TiredCaught kid watching porn | EncoreEpisode 157 – Caught kid watching porn | Encore “Dear Torie, I am so upset. I just walked in on my 9 year old son. He was looking at our lap top and shut it as soon as I came in the room. I asked him what he was looking at and he said “nothing”. ... Read more...
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2023-11-0729 minSupermom is Getting TiredCaught kid watching porn | EncoreEpisode 46 - Caught kid watching porn
"Dear Torie, I am so upset. I just walked in on my 9 year old son. He was looking at our lap top and shut it as soon as I came in the room. I asked him what he was looking at and he said “nothing”. When I looked up the browsing history it was very clear he was watching porn. Not just any porn either, but 3-way super inappropriate born. I am so upset that this is first introduction to understanding what sex is. I know he will never be able to un-see the...
2023-11-0729 minSupermom is Getting TiredAnnoyed and Irritated? Why that’s important | Encore Dear Torie So….my pre-teen just pointed out that every time I have to drive him somewhere, I act annoyed. (which annoyed me). My teenager piggy backed on that saying I’m ALWAYS mad and yelling at her to pick up her things and do her chores. (which irritated me). My partner joined in saying he can’t ... Read more...
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2023-10-2342 minSupermom is Getting TiredAnnoyed and Irritated? Why that’s important | Encore Dear Torie
So….my pre-teen just pointed out that every time I have to drive him somewhere, I act annoyed. (which annoyed me).
My teenager piggy backed on that saying I’m ALWAYS mad and yelling at her to pick up her things and do her chores. (which irritated me). My partner joined in saying he can’t remember the last time he and I had fun together (which TOTALLY pissed me off!). What is happening to me? Am I developing anger issues?
The last few days I started observing every time I felt ang...
2023-10-2342 minSupermom is Getting TiredRebroadcast: I feel bad for not playing with my kidsEpisode #153 Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I feel bad for not playing with my kids. They are super cute 5 and 8 year olds who happily live in the moment. I would love to be more like them. When they ask me to play, I TRY to say yes, but either I start ... Read more...
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2023-08-2945 minSupermom is Getting TiredRebroadcast: I feel bad for not playing with my kidsEpisode #153
Question of the
Day:
Dear Torie,
I feel bad for not playing with my kids. They are super cute 5 and 8 year olds who happily live in the moment. I would love to be more like them. When they ask me to play, I TRY to say yes, but either I start cleaning up or I turn it into a lesson.
The other day, they wanted me to swim in the pool with them. I WANT to be the kind of mom who can have fun playing in the pool with her kids! I mak...
2023-08-2945 minSupermom is Getting TiredI feel bad , all the time, about everythingI feel bad , all the time, about everything. Episode #152 How to feel better about everything Question of the Day: Dear Torie You asked me on the coaching call what area of my life is causing me the least satisfaction. I’ve given it some thought and realized, it’s not just one area. I ... Read more...
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2023-07-2739 minSupermom is Getting TiredI feel bad , all the time, about everythingI feel bad , all the time, about everything.
Episode #152 How to feel better about everything
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie
You asked me on the coaching call what area of my life is causing me the least satisfaction. I’ve given it some thought and realized, it’s not just one area.
I feel bad. All the time. About everything.
My parents want to have more time with my kids. They would love to see them everyday but we live too far away for that to be possible.I feel bad abou...
2023-07-2739 minSupermom is Getting TiredI’m not getting it all doneI’m not getting it all done Episode 147: If only I had more TIME Dear Torie I’m not getting it all done! I have 4 school aged kids, 2 dogs, a part time job, a partner and a house. I am blessed and grateful for this full and busy life…BUT…it frustrates me that no ... Read more...
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2023-03-2833 minSupermom is Getting TiredI’m not getting it all doneEpsiode 147: If only I had more TIME
Dear Torie
I’m not getting it all done!
I have 4 school aged kids, 2 dogs, a part time job, a partner and a house. I am blessed and grateful for this full and busy life…BUT…it frustrates me that no matter how much I accomplish, I am ALWAYS BEHIND. I keep forgetting things, losing things, no matter how fast I move, I feel like always chasing my tail. The idea that I can master motherhood is falling fast.
I just want to knock out my to-do...
2023-03-2829 minSupermom is Getting TiredResisting the Urge to HelicopterHelp for helicoptering Help for helicoptering Episode #146 – Resisting the Urge to Helicopter Question of the Day: Hi Torie, What do I do when my high schooler won’t ask for help at school and his grades are suffering? My 10th grader has missed a lot of school this year due to various illnesses, most ... Read more...
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2023-03-1429 minSupermom is Getting TiredResisting the Urge to HelicopterEpisode #146 - Resisting the Urge to Helicopter
Question of the Day:
Hi Torie,
What do I do when my high schooler won’t ask for help at school and his grades are suffering?
My 10th grader has missed a lot of school this year due to various illnesses, most recently missing 7 days due to having Covid. His grades in several classes have plummeted.
I’m sympathetic to his situation - it’s not his fault that he has missed so much school, and getting behind in a bunch of classes and getting low grades f...
2023-03-1429 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow much involvement with teen friendships and dating should mom have?Episode #144 How much involvement is too much when it comes to teenage dating and friendships? Dear Torie, How do I guide my son as he enters and navigates the world of dating and new friendships? We recently started a new school (at age 13) and he is spending his time with a new group ... Read more...
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2023-02-1431 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow much involvement with teen friendships and dating should mom have?Episode #144 How much involvement is too much when it comes to teenage dating and friendships?
Dear Torie,
How do I guide my son as he enters and navigates the world of dating and new friendships?
We recently started a new school (at age 13) and he is spending his time with a new group of kids. I want to teach him to look for healthy relationships, both in dating and friendships, but I also want him to be aware of signs of toxic behavior, jealousy, attention seeking girls, trust, morals, etc.
W...
2023-02-1431 minSupermom is Getting TiredAm I tired because my hormones are out of whack?Episode #143 - Are My Hormones Out of Whack? Understanding Fatigue with Functional Medicine
When clients get on a coaching call with me, sometimes they start the conversation with "I don't know if it's just my hormones but I've been super tired and cranky lately."
If are tired of feeling tired, and aren't sure if life coaching or health coaching is right for you, today's podcast is a great place to start.
Today I interview Heidi Toy from www.heiditoyfunctionalmedicine.com
Heidi Toy is a certified functional nutritional therapist (FNTP), certified functional...
2023-01-3149 minSupermom is Getting TiredUngrateful after Christmas KidEpisode 141: Why is my kid so ungrateful after Christmas? Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I should have seen it coming. The hype and high expectations for Christmas to be “the most wonderful time of the year” seems to cause my child to melt down after all the gifts have been opened. I’m seeing ... Read more...
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2023-01-0527 minSupermom is Getting TiredUngrateful after Christmas Kid?most? Why is my kid so ungrateful after Christmas?
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
I should have seen it coming.
The hype and high expectations for Christmas to be “the most wonderful time of the year” seems to cause my child to melt down after all the gifts have been opened.
I’m seeing the pattern now after the last few birthdays and Christmasses. Something minor will trigger her (and it could be ANYTHING!) and she’ll end up in tears.
What really sets me off is that she sounds so ungra...
2023-01-0527 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to help my homesick college freshmanHomesick College Freshman Episode #140 My College Freshman Wants to Move Back Home. How do I help him? Question of the Day: Dear Torie My son is a freshman in college, living in the dorms and struggling as many do. He’s a few states away but has been home twice already to visit. Classes and ... Read more...
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2022-12-1329 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to help my homesick college freshmanHomesick College Freshman
Episode #140 My College Freshman Wants to Move Back Home.
How do I help him?
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie
My son is a freshman in college, living in the dorms and struggling as many do. He’s a few states away but has been home twice already to visit. Classes and roommates are fine, it’s just harder than he thought it was going to be to make friends.
He’s an introvert by nature so initiating social interactions is far outside his comfort zone. He feels like a fish out of water. He misses his home, his...
2022-12-1329 minSupermom is Getting TiredTaming the Holiday CraziesEpisode #38 - Taming the Holiday Crazies
Are the feasts and festivities of the holiday season guaranteed to drive you bonkers?
When your to-do list triples this time of year, does your stress level triple along with it?
Don't let the holiday hassles weigh you down. Listen to this fantastic episode to learn how to tame the holiday crazies, before they begin.
Listen in as recovering "holiday stress monsters" Torie and LeAnn discuss the recipe for overwhelming holidays and how to tame thee brain to ENJOY this time of year.
If you...
2022-11-1548 minSupermom is Getting TiredLiving with Constant CriticismLiving with constant Criticism Episode #137 – Living with a teen who is constantly criticizing me. Question(s) of the Day: Dear Torie, I understand it’s normal for teenagers to think they know everything and that their parents are old fashioned and out of touch with reality, but living with constant criticism is something I didn’t ... Read more...
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2022-11-0132 minSupermom is Getting TiredLiving with Constant CriticismEpisode #137 - Living with a teen who is constantly criticizing me.
Question(s) of the Day:
Dear Torie,
I understand it’s normal for teenagers to think they know everything and that their parents are old fashioned and out of touch with reality, but living with constant criticism is something I didn’t sign up for.No matter what I do, my teenager has something negative to say about it. If I use the wrong pronoun for his friend, I’m lectured about how he is a THEY. I get scolded if I make hamburgers for dinner becaus...
2022-11-0132 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to connect with a late talking childEpisode #132 - Help facilitate language in your stubborn child, in fun and playful ways.
Question of the Day:
From one mom to another I'm out of answers. My 7-year-old was easy - but my 4-year-old son.... no! He's talking less this year than last year. He ignores me, the dog and his older sister and would prefer to flick the lights on and off and use his I pad. He is intrigued by dinosaurs and whales. I watch him in his room twirling in a circle for no reason. He's very stubborn and if I need to b...
2022-08-2352 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy House is My KryptoniteHave you left a review for the Supermom is Getting Tired podcast? Now is your chance! The first 25 people to leave a review will save $100. on a 12 week coaching package! Go to LifeCoachingforParents.com/review Thank you! Good Karma awaits! Episode #126 My house is my kryptonite Dear Torie, Being in ... Read more...
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2022-06-0735 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy House is My KryptoniteHave you left a review for the Supermom is Getting Tired podcast?
Now is your chance!
The first 25 people to leave a review will save $100. on a 12 week coaching package!
Go to LifeCoachingforParents.com/review
Episode #126 My house is my kryptonite
Dear Torie,
Being in my house drains my energy. The clutter and the chaos cause me to lose focus and feel powerless. Anything I do to try and restore order immediately gets messed up by my 3 kids and ADHD husband. When I’m in the main room, my eyes dart around to all t...
2022-06-0735 minSupermom is Getting TiredDreading a device filled summerDreading a device filled summer Episode 124: “I need a summer survival guide I can stick to.” Question of the Day: Dear Torie, Summer is coming and I can already anticipate my kids wanting nothing but to sit on their devices all day. Without the structure the school year provides, there is just too much ... Read more...
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2022-05-1036 minSupermom is Getting TiredDreading a Device Filled SummerEpisode 124: "I need a summer survival guide I can stick to."
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
Summer is coming and I can already anticipate my kids wanting nothing but to sit on their devices all day. Without the structure the school year provides, there is just too much down time and in my house, boredom always leads to video games, youtube and Netflix.
The problem is I have a love/hate relationship with their devices. I LOVE that they leave me alone! When they are on their devices, they stop complaining about being bored, th...
2022-05-1036 minSupermom is Getting TiredMotivating an apathetic teenEpisode #117: Motivating an apathetic teen Question of the Day: Dear Torie My son is so apathetic. He is super smart and very capable, but he doesn’t seem to care about doing well in school. I feel like I’m failing because he isn’t living up to his potential. Any suggestions for motivating an apathetic teenager? ... Read more...
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2022-02-0138 minSupermom is Getting TiredMotivating an apathetic teenEpisode #117: Motivating an apathetic teen
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie
My son is so apathetic. He is super smart and very capable, but he doesn’t seem to care about doing well in school. I feel like I’m failing because he isn’t living up to his potential. Any suggestions for motivating an apathetic teenager?
Pilar
Parent Educator Answer:
The good news is, nobody lives up to their potential so you can let that one go. We all always have more in us.
Apathy is showing or...
2022-02-0138 minSupermom is Getting TiredFed up with continuous disappointmentEpisode 116 – Fed up with continuous disappointment Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I AM. SO. DONE. with frickin’ COVID. I don’t want to be one of those people who complains on social media so I thought I’d complain here so you can make something productive come out of it. In the big picture ... Read more...
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2022-01-2128 minSupermom is Getting TiredFed up with continuous disappointmentEpisode 116 - Fed up with continuous disappointment
Dear Torie,
I AM. SO. DONE. with frickin’ COVID.
I don’t want to be one of those people who complains on social media so I thought I’d complain here so you can make something productive come out of it.
In the big picture of things we are lucky. No one in our family has died or become seriously ill because of COVID. But the continuous disappointment is sucking the life out of me.
I’ve got kids who missed school dances, graduation parties, se...
2022-01-1828 minSupermom is Getting TiredFed up with continuous disappointmentEpisode 116 – Fed up with continuous disappointment Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I AM. SO. DONE. with frickin’ COVID. I don’t want to be one of those people who complains on social media so I thought I’d complain here so you can make something productive come out of it. In the big picture ... Read more...
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2022-01-1828 minSupermom is Getting TiredPlagued by Indecision Episode #115 – How do I help my anxious, indecisive child? Question of the Day: Dear Torie, My 12 year old daughter gets really worked up when it’s time to make decisions. Right now I am watching her work herself up into a state over whether she should, or should not, return a gift ... Read more...
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2022-01-0431 minSupermom is Getting TiredPlagued by IndecisionEpisode #115 - How do I help my anxious, indecisive child?
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
My 12 year old daughter gets really worked up when it’s time to make decisions.
Right now I am watching her work herself up into a state over whether she should, or should not, return a gift she got for Christmas. Her anxiety shows up in little ways (should she go to a sleepover or not, what food to order off a menu) or bigger decisions like should she go out for the club team or stay in recreational lea...
2022-01-0431 minSupermom is Getting TiredI’m always last on my listI’m always last on my list Episode #114 – I’m always last on my list Question of the Day: Dear Torie, There are things I want to do that are important to me, but I can’t seem to follow through on them. For example, I want to exercise more regularly. I know that it makes ... Read more...
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2021-12-2130 minSupermom is Getting TiredLast on my listEpisode #114 - Last on My List
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
There are things I want to do that are important to me, but I can’t seem to follow through on them. For example, I want to exercise more regularly. I know that it makes me a better mom. When I’ve been exercising my mind is clearer, I’m in a better mood, and I make better choices.
I will bend over backwards to make sure my daughter never misses a gymnastics practice but when it comes to my exercise class, it takes v...
2021-12-2130 minSupermom is Getting TiredI need my teen to be happyEpisode #113 – I need my teen to be happy Question of the Day: Dear Torie, My daughter is cutting herself. The knowledge of this is ripping my heart out. The only thing I ever wanted is for my kids to be happy and clearly she is not. My head spins in circles all day ... Read more...
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2021-12-0727 minSupermom is Getting TiredI need her to be happyEpisode #113 - I need my teen to be happy
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
My daughter is cutting herself. The knowledge of this is ripping my heart out. The only thing I ever wanted is for my kids to be happy and clearly she is not.
My head spins in circles all day wondering what I did wrong, worrying about whether her therapist is truly helping, whether I’m doing enough, blaming her Dad, stupid COVID, social media. I need her to be happy. Why can’t she do a better job of managing her me...
2021-12-0627 minSupermom is Getting TiredAre you listening to your gut or your anxiety?Episode #111 – What’s the difference between intuition, instincts, and anxiety? Also, How to get your reluctant teen to see a therapist. Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I think my teen has anxiety but she doesn’t know it. She’s afraid to learn to drive. She gets herself all worked up about going out with ... Read more...
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2021-11-0940 minSupermom is Getting TiredAre you listening to your gut or your anxiety?Episode #111 - What's the difference between intuition, instincts, and anxiety?
Also, How to get your reluctant teen to see a therapist.
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
I think my teen has anxiety but she doesn’t know it. She’s afraid to learn to drive. She gets herself all worked up about going out with friends to dances or parties. She thinks it’s her intuition telling her that something bad is going to happen and that she needs to listen to it.
I don’t think it’s intuition, I think it’s anxiety. I re...
2021-11-0940 minSupermom is Getting TiredA quick note to my wonderful Supermom listenersHello!
I tried to record my podcast this week but I have a cold and my voice could not sustain a recording without multiple coughing fits.
I am sorry to fall out of rhythm of my podcast coming out every 2 weeks but I will have to delay this one.
I am excited to answer the questions "How to get a resistant teen to go to therapy?" and "How can I tell the difference between anxiety, gut instincts and intuition?" Tune in next week to hear the answers in episode #111.
Do you h...
2021-11-0202 minSupermom is Getting TiredChoosing a college majorDear Torie, How is my son supposed to choose a major? He is applying to colleges, some of which won’t let him change his mind if he applies under a certain major. He’s stressing out which is making me stress out! How the heck is he supposed to know what he wants to do for ... Read more...
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2021-10-0541 minSupermom is Getting TiredChoosing a college majorDear Torie,
How is my son supposed to choose a major? He is applying to colleges, some of which won’t let him change his mind if he applies under a certain major. He’s stressing out which is making me stress out! How the heck is he supposed to know what he wants to do for the rest of his life when he has had so few life experiences? It seems ridiculous to ask this of a 17 year old and I feel unsure how to guide him. It seems silly to hire a life coach for this b...
2021-10-0541 minSupermom is Getting TiredAnnoyed and Irritated? Why that’s important Dear Torie So….my pre-teen just pointed out that every time I have to drive him somewhere, I act annoyed. (which annoyed me). My teenager piggy backed on that saying I’m ALWAYS mad and yelling at her to pick up her things and do her chores. (which irritated me). My partner joined in saying he can’t ... Read more...
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2021-09-2100 minSupermom is Getting TiredAnnoyed and Irritated? Why that‘s importantEpisode #108 - Use Your Anger to Get What You Want
Dear Torie,
So….my pre-teen just pointed out that every time I have to drive him somewhere, I act annoyed. (which annoyed me). My teenager piggy backed on that saying I’m ALWAYS mad and yelling at her to pick up her things and do her chores. (which irritated me). My partner joined in saying he can’t remember the last time he and I had fun together (which TOTALLY pissed me off!). What is happening to me? Am I developing anger issues?
The last...
2021-09-2141 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to Stop Feeling CrappyEpisode #106 Sick of feeling crappy all the time Question of the Day: Dear Torie School has started and I’m excited for my kids to be out of the house and in the classroom. As I was walking toward the school at the end of the day to pick them up, I saw a class ... Read more...
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2021-08-2436 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to Stop Feeling CrappyEpisode #106 Sick of feeling crappy all the time
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie
School has started and I’m excited for my kids to be out of the house and in the classroom. As I was walking toward the school at the end of the day to pick them up, I saw a class out on the playground. These kids were running, playing, laughing, and having a great time. Some of their masks were on, some half on/half off, but they were living in the moment, having fun.
Instead of appreciating that these kids...
2021-08-2436 minSupermom is Getting TiredI feel bad for not playing with my kidsEpisode #105 Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I feel bad for not playing with my kids. They are super cute 5 and 8 year olds who happily live in the moment. I would love to be more like them. When they ask me to play, I TRY to say yes, but either I ... Read more...
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2021-08-1041 minSupermom is Getting TiredI feel bad for not playing with my kidsEpisode #105
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
I feel bad for not playing with my kids. They are super cute 5 and 8 year olds who happily live in the moment. I would love to be more like them. When they ask me to play, I TRY to say yes, but either I start cleaning up or I turn it into a lesson.
The other day, they wanted me to swim in the pool with them. I WANT to be the kind of mom who can have fun playing in the pool with her kids! I ma...
2021-08-1041 minSupermom is Getting TiredPreparing your teen to leave the nestEpisode #104 Preparing your teen to leave the nest Question of the Day: Dear Torie, My first born is a rising senior. We are heading into a BIG year with college applications, tours, SAT tests, in person school and extracurricular activities. There’s a lot to think about and a lot to process. This time next ... Read more...
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2021-07-2729 minSupermom is Getting TiredPreparing your teen to leave the nestEpisode #104 Preparing your teen to leave the nest
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
My first born is a rising senior. We are heading into a BIG year with college applications, tours, SAT tests, in person school and extracurricular activities. There’s a lot to think about and a lot to process. This time next year he’ll be moving out to live on his own for the first time. I want to make sure he is prepared so I’m compiling a list of things I need to teach him: check pockets before you do laundry, cook a p...
2021-07-2729 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhen you dislike your child’s friendsEpisode #103 Question of the Day: Dear Torie, I don’t like my daughter’s friends. I thought about writing and telling you all the reasons WHY I don’t like them to justify my opinion but I think it just boils down to the simple fact that I don’t like them. I think her current group of ... Read more...
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2021-07-1336 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhen you dislike your child's friendsEpisode #103
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie,
I don’t like my daughter’s friends.
I thought about writing and telling you all the reasons WHY I don’t like them to justify my opinion but I think it just boils down to the simple fact that I don’t like them. I think her current group of friends are lazy, boring, and impolite.
My daughter (age 15) seems to act like whoever she is with. I want her to uphold our family values and teach her friends how to behave in our home (interact politely with adul...
2021-07-1336 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhich extra-curricular activities are most important?Episode #102 – Which extra-curricular activities are important to prioritize? Question of the Day: Dear Torie, Everything is opening back up again and I am excited but a bit overwhelmed. I’ve got 3 kids: ages 8, 10, and 13 and all of sudden, there are so many choices! Summer camps, Science camps, Sports camps, Swim ... Read more...
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2021-06-2934 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhich extra-curricular activities are most important?Dear Torie,
Everything is opening back up again and I am excited but a bit overwhelmed.
I’ve got 3 kids: ages 8, 10, and 13 and all of sudden, there are so many choices! Summer camps, Science camps, Sports camps, Swim Teams, Youth Groups at church, invitations from friends to birthday parties, backyard BBQ’s, camping trips, etc. My head is spinning!
I’ve asked my kids to choose but they don’t seem particularly excited about anything. I want my kids out of the house and off their devices, but they just want to stay home.
2021-06-2934 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhy do I sabotage myself?Episode 98: Why do I sabotage myself? Dear Torie, I have this evening routine that really works for me. Once the kids are down for the night, I put music on while I tidy up the kitchen. Then, I light a candle, do some relaxing yoga, meditate and then read until I fall asleep. When ... Read more...
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2021-05-0422 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhy do I sabotage myself?Episode 98: Why do I sabotage myself?
Dear Torie,
I have this evening routine that really works for me. Once the kids are down for the night, I put music on while I tidy up the kitchen. Then, I light a candle, do some relaxing yoga, meditate and then read until I fall asleep. When I do it, I feel amazing. It is good for my mind, body and soul. I feel rested, relaxed and proud that I prioritized myself and set myself up for a good night’s sleep. In the morning I feel ready to take on...
2021-05-0422 minSupermom is Getting TiredNobody appreciates all the work I do!Episode #97 – “No one appreciates all the work I do.” Question of the Day: Dear Torie “No one appreciates all the work I do. I am so sick of giving, giving, giving and not getting any help or recognition in return. I have 3 capable kids and a competent husband and yet they still ... Read more...
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2021-04-2036 minSupermom is Getting TiredNobody appreciates all the work I doEpisode #97 - "No one appreciates all the work I do."
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie
“No one appreciates all the work I do. I am so sick of giving, giving, giving and not getting any help or recognition in return. I have 3 capable kids and a competent husband and yet they still expect me to do everything for them. It makes me want to take off and let them fend for themselves for a week or two. What do you do, when no one appreciates what you do for them? Is a little gratitude too much to...
2021-04-2036 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy middle schooler identifies as tri-genderEpisode 96 – My middle schooler identifies as tri-gender. Question of the Day: Dear Torie “I’m wondering if you know of resources (books, podcasts, sites, etc) about gender identity? My middle schooler revealed last week that she identifies as trigender… which I hadn’t even heard of! She explains it as not connecting with any one ... Read more...
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2021-04-061h 00Supermom is Getting TiredMy middle schooler identifies as tri-genderEpisode 96 - My middle schooler identifies as tri-gender.
Question of the Day:
Dear Torie
"I’m wondering if you know of resources (books, podcasts, sites, etc) about gender identity? My middle schooler revealed last week that she identifies as trigender... which I hadn’t even heard of! She explains it as not connecting with any one gender - female, male or non—binary. Yesterday she said that she’d like to be called Alex instead of Allie. Lots to take in and process!"
"I’m feeling... not anxious about it, which I’m thrilled about (pretty sure...
2021-04-061h 00Supermom is Getting TiredSetting boundaries and consequencesEpisode 93 – How to set boundaries and follow through with consequences? Dear Torie, “I have three girls 15, 13 and 11. I keep going around and around with consequences because I feel like they’re repeating actions that are not appropriate and are infuriating the family and disrupting our family unit. I’ve always used natural ... Read more...
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2021-02-2323 minSupermom is Getting TiredSetting boundaries and consequencesEpisode 93 - How to set boundaries and follow through with consequences?
Dear Torie,
"I have three girls 15, 13 and 11. I keep going around and around with consequences because I feel like they’re repeating actions that are not appropriate and are infuriating the family and disrupting our family unit.
I’ve always used natural consequences but as they’re getting older those only apply sometimes. My 15-year-old has a boyfriend that comes over and hangs out with our family. My two younger girls find it very funny to bring up her past love interest in front of him...
2021-02-2323 min
How She Really Does It.Torie Henderson: Talk with your kids about sex [Wisdom Wednesday]We're living in a strange time where parents are embarrassed to talk to their children about sex, but our kids are growing up in a culture where messages about sex are abundant in media. A lot of kids are getting some of their sex education from television, YouTube, and more.
Torie Henderson is a well-known speaker, teacher, and coach who helps parents stay sane in the land of crazy . She uses her 20 years of experience in family life education and human development to help caring, over-worked parents live their best lives so their kids will, too. In...
2021-01-2000 minSupermom is Getting TiredI don’t want to be lazy and self indulgent by hiring a housecleanerTorie, I’d love to have a monthly house cleaner. I’m just not all that good at keeping the house clean. I mean, I can keep it tidy and I try to stay on top of the house cleaning to-do list, but it never really looks all that clean. At least not all at once. I ... Read more...
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2021-01-1200 minSupermom is Getting TiredI don't want to be lazy and self indulgent by hiring a housecleanerTorie,
I'd love to have a monthly house cleaner. I'm just not all that good at keeping the house clean. I mean, I can keep it tidy and I try to stay on top of the house cleaning to-do list, but it never really looks all that clean. At least not all at once. I never finish the job, and I just don't enjoy it. But it seems too indulgent for several reasons.
The reason I always use is: "It costs too much money." But honestly, our finances aren't that tight any longer, and we co...
2021-01-1227 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhy am I doing all the work?Why am I doing all the work? Dear Torie, Why am I doing all the work? I know I do too much for my family but December is pushing me past my breaking point. I am so overwhelmed trying to shop, clean, finish up my work projects, help kids with school projects, and make the ... Read more...
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2020-12-1531 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhy am I doing all the work?Why am I doing all the work?
Dear Torie,
Why am I doing all the work? I know I do too much for my family but December is pushing me past my breaking point. I am so overwhelmed trying to shop, clean, finish up my work projects, help kids with school projects, and make the holidays special for my family. I know I should require more of my kids and my husband. He SAYS he is willing to help but I hate having to ask him and I don’t have the energy to deal with complaining ki...
2020-12-1531 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy teen is using marijuana to cope with stressEpisode # 87 Question of the Day: Dear Torie, “My oldest son just confided in me that he has been using marijuana to cope with COVID anxiety, the stress of online school and the sadness of missing so many things. How do I respond? Is he telling me because he’s concerned? Does he want me ... Read more...
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2020-12-0134 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy teen is using marijuana to cope with stressQuestion of the Day:
Dear Torie,
“My oldest son just confided in me that he has been using marijuana to cope with COVID anxiety, the stress of online school and the sadness of missing so many things. How do I respond? Is he telling me because he’s concerned? Does he want me to set boundaries? I’m not sure what to say to him, can you help?”
To help me answer this question is my best friend and youth educator, Marlene Mahurin.
Marlene works for the Nevada County office of education...
2020-12-0134 minSupermom is Getting TiredDisappointed DaughterLast week, in episode #84, I answered a question from a mom, Elana, whose daughter had outgrown a friendship and wanted to move on. The problem Elana was dealing with was pressure from the other girl's mom, who was desperate for help in maintaining their daughters' friendship. Elana wanted to be nice and do the right thing, but also wanted to support her daughter being able to choose who she wanted to hang out with.
The day before this podcast was released I received an email from another mom, Tracy, who felt desperate to help her daughter with...
2020-11-0344 minSupermom is Getting TiredSuper competitive and a sore loserEpisode 83: How do I deal with my super competitive sore loser? Torie, “I have 2 kids, 7 year old girl and 1 year old boy. I’ve always noticed my oldest has a hard time losing when we play board games. When she started jujitsu and swimming she would get easily upset if she didn’t ... Read more...
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2020-10-0631 minSupermom is Getting TiredSuper competitive and a sore loserEpisode 83: How do I deal with my super competitive sore loser?
Torie,
“I have 2 kids, 7 year old girl and 1 year old boy. I’ve always noticed my oldest has a hard time losing when we play board games. When she started jujitsu and swimming she would get easily upset if she didn’t get it right the first time and would easily get frustrated and give up. This year is the first time she’s done a team sport. She started soccer and would be so upset when the other team scores and says “I’m the reason why ou...
2020-10-0631 minSupermom is Getting TiredUnfocused mental spinningUnfocused and mentally spinning Question of the Day: Torie, “So often, I find myself spinning in circles. Not physically, but mentally. When I’m in my house with my kids, there is so much going on, so many demands, so many to-do’s, I feel overwhelmed. I want to feel focused and productive, but something happens to ... Read more...
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2020-09-2230 minSupermom is Getting TiredUnfocused mental spinningUnfocused and mentally spinning
Question of the Day:
Torie,
"So often, I find myself spinning in circles. Not physically, but mentally. When I’m in my house with my kids, there is so much going on, so many demands, so many to-do’s, I feel overwhelmed. I want to feel focused and productive, but something happens to me when I’m in my house. I’m constantly doing things, but not feeling like I’m accomplishing things. This mental spinning is my Supermom Kryptonite. How can I snap out of this mental state so I can feel like I’m ri...
2020-09-2230 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow do I model resilience about online school when I just want to cry?Episode #80 How do I model resilience for my kids when I just want to cry? Hi Torie, I’m struggling with how I should model resilience for my kids, when I’m not feeling very resilient. I have 3 teens that are all doing online school starting tomorrow. I wish I could feel and model being ... Read more...
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2020-08-2535 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow do I model resilience about online school when I just want to cry?Episode #80 How do I model resilience for my kids when I just want to cry?
Hi Torie,
I'm struggling with how I should model resilience for my kids, when I'm not feeling very resilient. I have 3 teens that are all doing online school starting tomorrow. I wish I could feel and model being more upbeat but I just want to cry :-(. Any advice?
Thanks,
Sabrina
Parent Educator Answer:
Let’s start by talking about what resilience is and why you’d want to model it.
The definition of resilien...
2020-08-2535 min
Thriving in the Midst of Chaos: Parenting With Special Needs KidsSupermom Is Getting Burnt Out With Guest Torie HendersonEpisode 48 : Supermom Is Getting Burnt Out With Guest Torie Henderson In this episode, we discuss burnout in special needs parents and how to combat burnout. Guest Torie Henderson defines supermoms as moms who try really hard to do everything right, so they get exhausted and they put the children's needs before their own. Torie discusses 4 stages of burnout. The first stage is when you are all in, putting the supermom cape on and throwing yourself into trying to fix the problem. But we can't stay in that stage, as we need to take time to ourselves, or...
2020-08-041h 04Supermom is Getting TiredScared to start a business as a stay home momEpisode #78 “I’m crazy for even thinking this!” Today’s Question: Dear Torie, I’ve been thinking and am curious about starting my own business but I’m nervous. It would be a service based business like yours, but it seems impossible with all that is going on. I’ve been a stay-home mom for the last few years, ... Read more...
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2020-07-2834 minSupermom is Getting TiredScared to start my own business"I'm crazy for even thinking this!"
Today's Question:
Dear Torie,
I’ve been thinking and am curious about starting my own business but I'm nervous. It would be a service based business like yours, but it seems impossible with all that is going on. I’ve been a stay-home mom for the last few years, but I find I’m a little burned out on it. I have no idea what’s happening with the kids school next year or how I would find the time to work on something new. I don’t know who would do all the...
2020-07-2834 minSupermom is Getting TiredAm I ruining my children?Am I ruining my children? Dear Torie, I was already stressed before this COVID-19 lockdown, now my impatience and crankiness have reached new levels. I’m constantly snapping at the kids and having trouble seeing them in a positive light. I love them, but I don’t feel loving when I look at them. All I see ... Read more...
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2020-07-1437 minSupermom is Getting TiredAm I ruining my children?Am I ruining my children?
Dear Torie,
I was already stressed before this COVID-19 lockdown, now my impatience and crankiness have reached new levels. I’m constantly snapping at the kids and having trouble seeing them in a positive light. I love them, but I don’t feel loving when I look at them. All I see is what they are doing wrong. I’m constantly riding them: “Turn off the screens! Comb your hair. Clean up your stuff. Be nice to your brother.” They must be so annoyed by me. All they want is for me to play and...
2020-07-1437 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to motivate myself?Dear Torie, “I’ve got so many things I want to do with my life but I get frustrated at my inability to follow through. I have a business on etsy that I haven’t touched for a year, not to mention countless craft projects. I keep saying I’m going to start this exercise challenge, but I ... Read more...
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2020-06-1630 minSupermom is Getting TiredHow to motivate myself?Dear Torie,
“I’ve got so many things I want to do with my life but I get frustrated at my inability to follow through. I have a business on etsy that I haven’t touched for a year, not to mention countless craft projects. I keep saying I’m going to start this exercise challenge, but I haven’t made it past day three. I want to join the protests against police brutality and teach my kids to stand up against it. I donated and bought books about systemic racism, but I’m afraid it will end there ins...
2020-06-1630 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy kid hates online learning!Episode 71 – Help! My kid hates online learning! Dear Torie, I have four kids that are now online schooling: a 7th grader, two 5th graders and one kindergartener. My older kids are successfully working with their teachers and getting the work done for the most part. My kindergartener struggles with the online format. He ... Read more...
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2020-05-1927 minSupermom is Getting TiredI can’t stand to watch my family relaxQuestion of the Day: Episode #69 – I can’t stand watching my family relax! “Help, Torie! I have turned into a mom nobody likes being around, including myself. My husband is furloughed, my kids (11 and 13) are doing some sort of half-assed online learning, and I am going NUTS! I cannot STAND to see ... Read more...
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2020-05-0525 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy teens won’t hang out with meEpisode 68 – “My teens won’t hang out with me” with parenting teens coach, Allie Irwin. Does it seem like your teens don’t want to have any fun? Do you feel rejected because they won’t play with you? Listen as life coach and host of the Parenting Successful Teens podcast, Allie Irwin, coaches Torie on ... Read more...
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2020-04-2838 minSupermom is Getting TiredWhy am I so unproductive and lazy?Episode #67- I’m not making the most of this time. Dear Torie, I’m struggling during this Coronavirus quarantine and I don’t know why. In some ways it’s a dream come true! I’m getting paid the same while having reduced work hours, less responsibility, and no commute. The first week or two, I really enjoyed ... Read more...
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2020-04-2136 minSupermom is Getting TiredMy kids are staying up too late!Today’s Topic: Kids Staying Up Too Late Dear Torie, “I am wondering what type of consequences to set for my 10-year-old daughter. She shares a room with her 12-year-old sister. I am having the toughest time with them falling asleep at night. From the moment my husband and I kiss them goodnight, it is almost ... Read more...
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2020-01-1425 minSupermom is Getting TiredNothing I say gets my kids to calm downEpisode 51 – Nothing I say gets my kids to calm down Dear Torie, I have four-year-old twins that are delightful most of the time. They are full of energy and love to chase each other around the house, wrestle with each other, scream, etc. The problem comes when I need them to calm down. ... Read more...
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2019-12-3129 minSupermom is Getting TiredCaught kid watching pornEpisode 46 – Caught kid watching porn “Dear Torie, I am so upset. I just walked in on my 9 year old son. He was looking at our lap top and shut it as soon as I came in the room. I asked him what he was looking at and he said “nothing”. When I ... Read more...
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2019-11-1926 minSupermom is Getting TiredRules for Dating DaughtersEpisode 40: Rules for Dating Daughters Dear Torie, My 14 year old girl (she is our oldest) is a freshman. She has been talking to a boy, who seems very nice and respectful, for over a month. They are in a big group of friends together. I need help with boundaries. They now want to ... Read more...
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2019-10-0832 minSupermom is Getting TiredLazy teenage slothFREE WEBINAR LINK www.LifeCoachingforParents.com/back-to-school Question of the Day: Lazy Teen Dear Torie, “My 13 year old daughter is driving me crazy. She lays around all day like a lazy teen sloth, scrolling mindlessly on her phone. When I ask her to do something, she’ll say “ok” but never does it. I arranged my life ... Read more...
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2019-08-2728 minSupermom is Getting TiredClarify My Back-to-School Mom GoalsQuestion of the Day: Mom Goals “Dear Torie, School is starting soon and I am excited to get back to routine. I’m a stay-at-home mom of three and all of them will be in school full day. I’m finally going to have free time to do something for me, but I’m not sure how to ... Read more...
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2019-08-1318 minSupermom is Getting TiredPerfectionistic TeenQuestion of the Day: Perfectionistic Teen This is about Jenny and her perfectionistic teen: “Hi Torie, I recently started listening to your podcasts after finding Brooke Castillo from a friend.” (If you haven’t heard Brooke Castillo’s podcast, I highly recommend it. She is one of my life coaching teachers and her podcast is called The ... Read more...
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2019-08-0625 minSupermom is Getting TiredAttention seeking behaviorThis Week’s Question: Attention Seeking Behavior Hello Torie, I recently found your podcast; thank you for providing such great information. I want to pick your brain about parenting a child who shows more attention seeking behavior than her siblings. My middle child (a 9 year old) is constantly pointing out how life is unfair for ... Read more...
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2019-07-0932 minSupermom is Getting TiredI found a vape pen in his backpackToday’s Question: Vaping Teen “Dear Torie, I just found a vape pen in my son’s backpack. I confiscated it, but I haven’t said anything to him about it. I know I need to say something, but the only word that comes to my mind is idiotic. Can you help me figure out what to say ... Read more...
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2019-07-0232 minSupermom is Getting TiredNervous about having kids all summer? Here’s how to enjoy it.Help Torie! I am nervous about summer! I’m a stay home mom and I WANT to be one of those chill moms who loves hanging out by the pool sipping lemonade. My kids are 5, 7 and 9 so I’ve done this enough times to know that I’m not a great summer-mom. I love the ... Read more...
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2019-06-1119 min
How She Really Does It.Torie Henderson: Talk about sex with your kidsTorie Henderson is a well-known speaker, teacher and coach, helping parents stay sane in the land of crazy . She uses her 20 years experience in family life education and human development to help caring, over-worked parents live their best lives so their kids will, too.
Torie is a sought after speaker where she helps parents talk to kids about sex. Torie has developed TimeforTheTalk, an online, at home, sex education class for parents and kids to take together.
Torie's goal is to help open up the lines of communication between parents and kids about sex instead of...
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