This episode is for parents of teens — especially parents of high school seniors navigating college admissions decisions — who are feeling emotionally stretched during seasons of uncertainty.

Whether your student is facing college rejection, deferral, acceptance anxiety, or simply standing at the edge of a major transition, this Christmas Eve message is a reminder that nothing needs to be fixed right now.

Recorded for Christmas Eve but designed to be evergreen, this episode holds space for the emotional rollercoaster of parenting teens, waiting for college decisions, and letting go of familiar routines — without rushing grief or forcing solutions.

In This Episode, We Talk About

• Supporting teens through college admissions stress
• Parenting high school seniors during the holidays
• What parents can say when students are disappointed by college decisions
• Why emotions often surface when academic pressure eases
• How parents can hold space without trying to fix everything

Who This Episode Is For

• Parents of teens
• Parents of high school seniors
• Families navigating college admissions decisions
• Parents supporting teens through rejection, deferral, or waiting

A Note From Me

In my work with students and families, I see how heavy this season can feel — especially when answers are still unclear. If this episode resonated with you, please know you’re not alone, and you don’t have to navigate this season by yourself.

Ways to Connect or Reach Out

If you’d like to get in touch, learn more about my work with students and families, or ask a question sparked by this episode, here are a few ways to connect:

• 🌐 Website: www.thecollegecounselingmom.com
• 📧 Email: lindsay@thecollegecounselingmom.com
• 📱 Instagram: @thecollegecounselingmom