In this episode of The Art of Raising Humans, Kyle and Sara Wester talk with college consultant Kerry Roberts about how to prepare kids for college in a way that actually sets them up for long-term success without sacrificing their mental health or your family’s connection.

We explore how self-awareness, curiosity, and emotional intelligence can help your child thrive—not just get into college, but become confident in who they are and where they’re headed.

You’ll learn how to shift the focus from pressure to purpose, and how to guide your child toward success that aligns with their strengths and not someone else’s expectations.

Whether your child is in middle school or nearing graduation, this conversation will help you navigate the college journey with more clarity, confidence, and calm.

Link to Kerry's Website: https://kerryrobertscollegeconsulting.com/

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https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/rethinking-college-prep-to-help-your-child-succeed-without-the-stress.

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In this episode, we dive into what’s really going on inside your teenager’s brain and why trying to control them often backfires. From brain development to boundary-pushing, we unpack the science and the heart behind teen behavior.

You’ll learn 5 practical, connection-focused strategies that help you guide your teen without gripping tighter. Because the goal isn’t control, it’s trust.

Topics we cover:

• What brain changes are driving your teen’s behavior
• Why teens push back (and why that’s healthy)
• Common fears parents face during the teen years
• Why control erodes trust
• 5 connection-based strategies that work better than control

It’s not about control. It’s about building trust while staying connected.

View the full podcast transcript at:

https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/why-trying-to-control-your-teen-doesnt-work-and-what-to-do-instead.

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The Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.

Big emotions aren’t misbehavior—they’re communication. In this episode, Kyle and Sara explore how to support kids through emotional outbursts without losing connection or control.

Learn how brain development, secure attachment, and your own regulation shape how kids handle their biggest feelings. You’ll get practical tools to guide—not shut down—your child during emotional storms.

What you’ll learn:

– Why no child is “too emotional”

– How co-regulation builds emotional safety

– What’s really happening in your child’s brain

– How to repair after conflict and build trust

– Why self-regulation is the foundation for parenting well

This episode is packed with hope, insight, and tools to help you raise emotionally resilient kids—without power struggles or shame.

View the full podcast transcript at:

https://www.artofraisinghumans.com/when-big-emotions-hit-how-to-stay-connected-through-the-storm

Visit our website and social media channels for more valuable content for your parenting journey.

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https://art-of-raising-humans.newzenler.com/

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Podcast Website:

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The Art of Raising Humans podcast should not be considered or used as counseling but for educational purposes only.