250: Is It Okay to Push Back on My Kid’s Holiday Wish List?

250: Is It Okay to Push Back on My Kid’s Holiday Wish List?

Are you staring at your tween or teen’s holiday wish list wondering… is it okay to say NO? When every friend seems to be getting the “cool” brands, the pricey sneakers, or the latest tech, it can feel impossible to balance your family’s values with your child’s need to fit in. This episode helps you navigate that emotional middle ground with clarity, compassion, and practical tools you can actually use. Psychologist Dr. Lisa Damour and journalist Reena Ninan unpack why kids get so fixated on certain gifts, what’s really driving the comparisons, and how parents can respond with empathy… without giving in to every request. Drawing on decades of clinical experience and relatable family stories, they offer strategies that help kids feel understood and help parents stay grounded in what matters most. 💡 YOU'LL LEARN: - How to talk with your tween or teen about brand pressure and fitting in - Ways to convey your family values without shaming or shutting your child down - Practical, meaningful ideas for cultivating gratitude without lecturing - Creative compromises that balance joy, connection, and mindful consumption This season can stir up big emotions for kids and for parents. If you’re hoping to raise grounded, grateful young people while still keeping the magic of the holidays alive, this episode offers thoughtful guidance you can trust. Follow and subscribe to our YouTube channel where you can see all our latest video episodes: https://youtube.com/@asklisapodcast And follow us on YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn @AskLisaPodcast, @Lisa.Damour, @ReenaNinan. Checkout Dr. Lisa’s website for more resources: https://www.drlisadamour.com/ Ask Lisa is produced by: https://www.goodtroubleproductions.com Episode keywords: holiday gifts, teens, tweens, gratitude, parenting, family values, wish list Podcast keywords: ask lisa podcast, dr lisa damour, reena ninan, psychology, podcast, parenting teens, parenting tweens, teen parenting, tween parenting, parenting tips, parenting advice, positive parenting, parenting podcast, teen behavior, tween challenges, raising tweens, raising teens, parenting hacks, parenting help, family dynamics, kids podcast, mental health, teen mental health, attachment styles, emotional intelligence

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252: ENCORE: Should I Talk with My Teens About My Own Mental Health Challenges?

252: ENCORE: Should I Talk with My Teens About My Own Mental Health Challenges?

Perhaps you’ve struggled with anxiety, depression, or stress… and your teen is now old enough to notice. But how much should you share? Parents want to be honest, yet may not want to needlessly burden...

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251: ENCORE: How Do I Parent a Young Adult (and Deal with My Own Parents)?

251: ENCORE: How Do I Parent a Young Adult (and Deal with My Own Parents)?

Your kid is technically an adult, but still looking for–or needing–parental guidance. And maybe you still have your own parents weighing in, too. Parenting through this “in-between” stage can be compl...

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249: When Teasing Turns Toxic, What’s a Parent to Do?

249: When Teasing Turns Toxic, What’s a Parent to Do?

Middle school can be rough—emotionally, socially, and developmentally. When teasing crosses the line into cruelty, it usually puts a dent in kids’ confidence and sense of belonging. In this episode, D...

9 Joulu 202528min

248: Should Our Tween Dictate Our Post-Divorce Visitation Schedule?

248: Should Our Tween Dictate Our Post-Divorce Visitation Schedule?

When parents divorce, how much say should a tween or teen have in deciding where they live, and how often they switch homes? Divorce is hard on everyone, but for kids it often comes with a lot of uph...

2 Joulu 202526min

247: ENCORE: Lying, Sneaking, Cheating. What Keeps Kids From Being Honest?

247: ENCORE: Lying, Sneaking, Cheating. What Keeps Kids From Being Honest?

When your child lies about homework, screen time, or where they’ve been, it can feel like a punch to the gut. But what if lying isn’t a sign of bad character, and instead a normal part of growing up? ...

25 Marras 202533min

246: My Son is Becoming Sexist. How Do I Stop This?

246: My Son is Becoming Sexist. How Do I Stop This?

It’s not always easy to be a seventh grade boy. Their confidence may be fragile, they tend to lag behind girls in terms of pubertal development, and at school-a place that can feel like it's built for...

18 Marras 202526min

245: Puberty + Menopause: How Are We Supposed to Cope?!?

245: Puberty + Menopause: How Are We Supposed to Cope?!?

When your hormones are downshifting and your teen’s hormones are surging, it can feel like an emotional collision course. If you’ve ever wondered why your tween or teen seems moody, distant, or irrita...

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