235. Why Taking Your Teen’s Phone Away Backfires—And What Actually Builds Trust Instead
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Ever feel like taking your teen’s phone away is the only option—but it always ends in another argument?
If you’re a single parent trying to set screen time boundaries without becoming the screen time police, this episode offers a better way forward. In a world where AI chatbots and social media are your teen’s go-to for support, staying connected requires a shift from control to mentorship.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- How to replace power struggles with digital mentorship so your teen actually listens.
- Why doing a "do-over" is more powerful than staying calm, and how it models emotional intelligence.
- How to build connection equity that keeps you as your teen’s trusted person when life gets hard.
Listen now to learn the practical mindset shifts that will help you stop the screen time battles and start building a deeper bond with your teen—no perfect parenting required.
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⭐Got screen time problems at home? Get the Tech Reset Agreement here 👉Mindful Kids and Families
⭐️Join the Family and get your weekly Mindful Kids and Family Journal here: https://www.mindfulkidsandfamilies.com/join-the-family (Get ready for lessons, podcast leads, offers for parents, and ways to win free parent coaching or masterclasses)
The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.
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