What do the teens of 2025 really need to grow and thrive? How is being a teen NOW different from “back in the day”?

In this heartful and eye-opening episode of the Heartful Parent Podcast, I have the pleasure of sitting down with education leader and founder of Many Roads, Will Kirsop, for a thought-provoking conversation all about teens and tweens.

Will shares why traditional academics often fall short in teaching essential life skills like empathy, active listening, and resilience—and how these very skills are key to helping our kids navigate an increasingly complex world. From the pressures of social media to the uncertainty of AI and job markets, today’s teens are facing challenges that most of us never had to.

Will and I also dig into the importance of self-compassion as a foundation for resilience and growth. He offers tangible strategies for parents who want to support their teens with intention and purpose. Even if your kiddos are not *quite* teens yet, there are nuggets of wisdom for all parents in this episode. Listen and share!

Reach out for support too, whether it’s support for your teen or support for yourself--you are not meant to do this alone!

Resources:

manyroads.co

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In this inspiring episode of the Heartful Parent Podcast, I have the pleasure of welcoming the incredible Jeanne Wolz—entrepreneur, career alignment coach, and founder of Sirens Rising.

Jeanne joins the podcast to share her personal journey from educator to purpose-driven business owner, and how she now helps women and non-binary folks align their careers with their deepest callings.

Jeanne and I dig into what it really means to listen to your calling, move through the fear that comes with it, and take small but powerful steps toward creating a life—and career—that feels meaningful.

This conversation goes beyond just personal growth; it’s also about how we, as parents, can model courage and action for our kids. Jeanne helps us explore how embracing our own callings and standing up for what we believe in helps raise children who are empowered to do the same.

This episode is a gentle reminder to all of us that taking action isn’t just brave—it’s a vital part of who we are. By taking one small step at a time, and empowering our kids to do the same, we really can make a difference.

Resources:

sirensrising.co

Playing Big with Tara Mohr

Raising Antiracist Children by Britt Hawthorne

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Motherhood is often shaped by the beliefs and expectations we've inherited—but what if we could rewrite the script?

In this episode of the Heartful Parent Podcast, I’m chatting with Dr. Gertrude Lyons, an author, Life Coach and creator of Rewrite the Mother Code LLC. Together, we’re exploring how personal growth, emotional responsibility, and self-awareness can transform the way we parent—not just our children, but also ourselves.

Dr. Lyons challenges the traditional ‘mother code’ and offers a fresh perspective on what it means to mother, extending beyond biological parenting to include all the ways we nurture and care in our lives.

If you’ve ever felt the need to break free from outdated parenting expectations and embrace a more authentic, fulfilling path, you’ll walk away from this episode with many thoughtful tidbits. Dr. Lyons shares practical steps for reparenting ourselves, prioritizing self-care, and recognizing the power of rewriting our own stories.

And she gives us a sneak peek into her upcoming book, Rewrite the Mother Code: From Sacrifice to Stardust, which promises to be a game-changer for anyone navigating the complexities of motherhood.

Don’t miss this inspiring discussion—it’s time to mother on your own terms!

Resources:

www.drgertrudelyons.com

Dr. Gertrude Lyons on IG @drgertrudelyons

Dr. Gertrude Lyons on YouTube @rewritethemothercode

Dr. Gertude Lyons on LinkedIn @gertrudelyons

Dr. Gertrude Lyons on Pinterest @drgertrudelyons

Rewrite the Mother Code Podcast

Rewrite the Mother Code by Dr. Gertrude Lyons Ed.D

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