Supporting teen emotional regulation while staying connected: An interview with Ronnie Vehemente

CALM AND CONNECTED - EPISODE 187

Over the past decade, families have been feeling the pressure more than ever. From social media and constant screen time to the shared stress of the global pandemic and rising expectations for both parents and kids — it’s easy to feel disconnected and overwhelmed. In this episode, we explore how families can navigate these challenges, reduce stress, and build stronger, more connected relationships at home.

In this episode Ronnie and Janine discuss:

  • The shifts which family have faced causing stress and anxiety in family

  • What connectivity can look like in your family

  • Effective coping strategies for teenagers

  • The power of naming feelings

  • How to be a thermostat and not a thermometer in your home

  • Making time to do the things that you love for your own self-care

  • The Mood Tools and the work Ronnie does

  • Coping strategies that Ronnie uses

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About the Guest: Veronica “Ronnie" Vehemente

Veronica “Ronnie" Vehemente, LCSW, is a Psychotherapist, founder of The Family Room, a unique psychotherapy practice, focused on the challenges of parenting, marriage & family life, and social worker for Mood, a non-profit that aims to empower tweens and teens to manage their intense and confusing feelings, with effective, simple tools to build long-term emotional resilience. Ronnie brings to Mood her deep understanding of teen psychology to help boost Mood content and outreach.

Website - www.mood.org

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/themoodtools/

Tiktok - https://www.tiktok.com/@themoodtools

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/themoodtools

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/themoodtools/

And remember, do not forget about yourself, take a few minutes for you and have a little fun!

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