70. Why Emotional Awareness Is Essential for Single Parents Raising Tweens and Teens

 "This episode first aired under the original name, The Parenting Reset Show. Now we are the Single Parenting Reset podcast–supporting single parents of tweens and teens with real talk on screen time, communication and managing behavior."

Do you ever struggle to understand what your child is really feeling—especially when screen time battles or behavioral issues pop up?

As a single parent of a tween or teen, you're constantly managing emotional storms, sudden meltdowns, and communication breakdowns. In this episode, Tess Connolly LCSW sits down with Melissa Price, the creator of Emotion Commotion, a game designed to help families connect emotionally in a fun, meaningful way. Together, they break down why emotional intelligence isn't just a buzzword—it's your secret parenting weapon.

• Learn how a simple game can teach your tween emotional vocabulary and self-regulation.
• Discover practical ways to improve communication—even during tough behavioral moments.
• Hear real-life examples of how this tool has transformed family dynamics through empathy and connection.
• Press play now to learn a powerful and playful way to connect with your child emotionally—even in the middle of chaos.

Follow this link to purchase the game and listen to the episode to learn the code to receive 10% off - 👉Emotion Commotion Game

Learn more about Melissa Price by following this link to her website - Get to know Melissa – Emotion Commotion (emotioncommotiongame.com)

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The Single Parenting Reset Show supports single moms, working moms, and all parents with practical parenting tips on screen time, emotional regulation, co-parenting, stress relief, setting boundaries, building trust, and raising confident tweens and teens, while tackling tech addiction, behavior problems, and parent burnout with conscious parenting strategies for stronger family connection.

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