How to Overcome Parenting Overwhelm with Heather Chauvin

Parents, let’s face it—parenting teens can be emotionally and mentally exhausting.We’re constantly juggling their moods, challenges, and the pressure of guiding them through some of the most difficult years of their lives. The weight of always trying to say the right thing, keep the peace, and manage our own stress can leave us feeling drained and overwhelmed. How do we support our teens without burning out?

That’s why I’ve invited Heather Chauvin to join us today. Heather is a leadership coach who helps successful women break free from the overwhelm and live, work, and parent with courage and authenticity. She’s been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, and Real Simple Magazine, and she’s here today to share strategies to help us lighten the emotional load, manage stress, and stay grounded—so we can show up for our teens without losing ourselves in the process.

 

Key Takeaways

➡️ Parenting teens can be emotionally exhausting and overwhelming. 

➡️ Self-identity is crucial; we are more than just parents.

➡️ Perfectionism is a coping strategy, not a personality trait.

➡️ Taking care of oneself is essential for effective parenting.

➡️ Curiosity and observation are key in understanding teen behavior.

➡️ Energetic time management can help alleviate overwhelm.

➡️ Creating a healthy parent-child dynamic requires mutual respect.

➡️ Emotional intelligence is vital in navigating parenting challenges.

➡️ Self-respect influences how we are treated by our children.

➡️ Viewing parenting as personal growth can transform the experience.

Meet Heather

Heather Chauvin is a leadership coach who helps ‘successful’ women courageously and authentically live, work, and parent on their own terms. 

Heather started her career as a social worker helping adults understand children’s behavior. But it wasn’t until 2013 when a stage 4 cancer diagnosis pushed her to take a deeper stand for change, uncovering how cultural expectations sabotage our dreams. She has been featured in Forbes, Entrepreneur, Real Simple Magazine, Mind Body Green, Google, and more. 

When Heather isn’t working, you will find her living out what she teaches which may include kayaking Alaska, snowboarding, hiking, or anything else that challenges what she believes is possible for herself (and inviting her children along the journey). Life is full of opportunities. It’s time to feel alive.

Connect with Heather: Instagram | YouTube | Podcast | Website

 

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ABOUT THE SHOW: The 'Parenting Teens with Dr. Cam' Podcast: Your Guide to Navigating Adolescence Without the Drama. Hosted by Cameron (Dr. Cam) Caswell, an adolescent psychologist specializing in empowering parents and nurturing teen development. In each episode, she partners with a guest expert to deliver invaluable insights and practical advice for building a closer relationship with your teen & finding joy amidst the challenges

Whether you're an experienced parent looking to enhance your teenager's mental well-being and strengthen your connection, or a newcomer to the world of adolescence, this podcast is a must-listen.  

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