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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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.

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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.

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In this episode, Kyle and Sara dive into one of the most powerful gifts we can give our kids: emotional intelligence.

They unpack what emotional intelligence (EQ) really looks like in everyday family life, why it’s essential for your child’s mental health and resilience, and how to begin building it—even if you’re still growing in it yourself. From common parenting pitfalls to simple, meaningful daily practices, this episode offers honest conversation and practical tools to help your kids thrive.

Ready to raise kids who can manage big feelings, build strong relationships, and bounce back from challenges?

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Traveling with kids can be a beautiful opportunity to connect—or a chaotic experience no one wants to repeat. In this episode, Kyle and Sara share realistic, relationship-first strategies to help make road trips and vacations more peaceful and enjoyable.

Whether you're flying, driving, or just heading out for the day, these tips will help you approach travel with less stress, more flexibility, and a whole lot more connection.

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In this episode, Kyle and Sara tackle a struggle many intentional parents face:

“I want to be gentle and connected… but am I being too soft?”

The fear of being too authoritarian often pushes parents toward permissiveness—leading to unclear boundaries, power struggles, and anxiety in kids. But there’s a better way.

This conversation is all about loving guidance—a balanced approach that gives your kids structure, emotional support, and room to grow, while helping you stay grounded in your values.

Kyle and Sara walk you through 8 practical ways to avoid permissive parenting, so you can stay connected without losing clarity, leadership, or confidence.

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n this episode of The Art of Raising Humans, Kyle and Sara Wester dive into what it really takes to build a lifelong emotional connection with your child. They explore the subtle ways disconnection shows up—like busyness or emotional unavailability—and share practical strategies to create meaningful rituals, stay present, and repair relationships. If you want your discipline to come from connection, not control, this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Connection is the foundation of influence and discipline.
• Kids who feel emotionally seen are more resilient.
• Rituals, presence, and repair build lasting trust.

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In this episode of The Art of Raising Humans, Kyle and Sara Wester sit down with Tara Bremer, founder and CEO of House Peace, to explore how the state of our homes can deeply affect our parenting, stress levels, and connection with our kids. Tara has been bringing peace into homes since 2013, using her background in psychology and counseling to help families shift from chaos to calm. As a wife and mother of three, she understands firsthand the daily challenges of family life—and brings a compassionate, judgment-free lens to every conversation.

Together, they discuss how clutter and disorganization can undermine family dynamics and how intentional habits, body doubling, and visual cues can help restore peace. This episode offers grounded encouragement and actionable steps for parents looking to foster independence in their kids while maintaining a harmonious home environment.

Therapy for your house. (@house.peace) • Instagram photos and videos

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