You’re probably sick of hearing about self-care, and you’ve surely heard a hundred times that “you have to take care of yourself.”
But when parenting a struggling teen or young adult, choosing yourself doesn’t always come naturally. So what does it actually look like to take care of yourself it feels like your family is in constant crisis?
In today’s conversation, Seth and I dig into the often-overlooked emotional labor parents carry, and why putting yourself last isn’t what’s best for everyone in the long run. We unpack the difference between supporting your teen and taking on their problems, and how knowing your worth can transform the way you parent, set boundaries, and show up in your life.
Self-care doesn’t have to be a spa day. It might look like saying no. Going for a walk. Sitting in the sun. Getting your eyebrows done.
If you’ve ever felt resentful, overwhelmed, or unsure where your needs fit in, this one’s for you.
In this episode on self-care for parents, we discuss:

• What self-care really means (beyond the clichés) when you’re raising a struggling teen or young adult;
• How to tell the difference between support and enmeshment;
• The connection between self-worth and healthy boundaries;
• Why parents often feel like their teen’s crisis is their crisis;
• How to model self-respect and emotional regulation for your child;
• The small, simple actions that can re-ground you, even on hard days;
• How scheduling time for yourself can actually free up energy and time;
• And more!

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And remember parents, the change begins with us.