Stable Parenting Podcast

Why do so many of us downplay our successes, dim our light, and shy away from owning our worth?

In this episode, Shane dives into the societal conditioning that keeps us small and shares powerful steps to break free. Learn how to embrace positive self-talk, redefine humility, and model confidence for your family and community.

What you will discover:

• Why society conditions us to downplay our achievements.
• How minimizing yourself i...

Being a parent isn’t easy, but here’s the truth, you’re doing better than you realize. In this episode, Shane highlights the incredible efforts parents make every day, even when it doesn’t feel like enough. Learn how to recognize your strengths, build confidence, and create a positive environment by shifting your focus to what’s going right.

What You’ll Discover:

• Tools to reinforce positive self-talk and boost confidence.
• How cele...

In this episode, Shane Jacob unpacks why kids act out and why it doesn't mean you're failing as a parent. Discover how to respond with confidence, understanding, and purpose, and why recognizing your own awesomeness is key to changing the cycle.

What you will discover:

• How shame erodes connection and leads to negative cycles.
• Practical steps to move from reaction to intentional parenting.
• The impact of your self-talk on your child’...

Overwhelm isn’t about your to-do list—it’s about your mindset. In this episode, Shane breaks down why parents of teens get stuck in overwhelm and how to stop feeling frozen. You’ll learn how indecision fuels stress, why confidence is the key to action, and what you can do today to move forward.

What you will discover:

• The real reason we avoid making decisions
• Why buffering (like drinking, overeating, or scrolling) makes overwhelm ...

Is your teen struggling to make friends or feeling left out? In this episode, learn expert-backed strategies to help them build confidence, navigate peer relationships, and form lasting friendships. Discover why parenting as leadership (not friendship) is the key to raising socially strong and resilient teens.

What You Will Discover:

• The biggest mistake parents make when trying to help their teen build friendships
• How self-confide...

Breakups can hit teens hard, leaving them feeling lost and vulnerable. In this episode, we’ll discuss 16 ways to help your teen navigate heartbreak with self-respect and grace. From understanding emotions to building confidence, you’ll learn actionable steps to guide them through one of life’s toughest challenges.

What You Will Discover

• Why first love or first sexual experiences don’t define them—or their worth.
• Why it’s okay for...

Parenting isn’t easy, especially when discipline feels like a constant battle. In this episode, Shane Jacob reveals the Ask, Tell, Promise, Enforce System, a proven 4-step framework inspired by horse training techniques and adapted for parenting. Learn how this approach transforms discipline into an opportunity for connection, trust, and growth. If you’ve struggled to find a method that works, this episode will give you the tools y...

In this episode, Shane breaks down the principle of "don’t judge" and how it applies to real-life situations. Discover the truth about judging actions versus judging people and why this distinction can transform your relationships, values, and peace of mind.

What You Will Discover:

• 🤔The meaning of "judge not" and how to apply it without losing your values.
• 💥How condemnation often hides personal insecurities.
• 💡How clarity and com...

In this episode, we explore the power of self-acceptance. Learn how embracing yourself fully, flaws and all, can unlock your potential for growth, happiness, and success. Discover why self-love isn't settling—it’s the first step toward the life you truly want.

What You’ll Discover:

• Why self-acceptance and self-improvement go hand-in-hand.
• How society's obsession with perfection keeps us stuck.
• The science-backed benefits of self-co...

In this episode Rhonda Britten shares how Fearless Living is really not about jumping out of a plane, which most people automatically think, but it's really just jumping into your life and occupying your own skin, being in charge of your own destiny, and having the courage and the fortitude to go for it.

What awaits you in this episode:

• How fear only cares about keeping you physically safe
• The impact fear has on our self-worth
• The ...

Is your teen shutting you out? It’s tough, but you’re not alone. In this episode, we’ll unpack the reasons behind their distancing behaviors and share strategies to rebuild trust and connection. Plus, a surprising lesson from wild horses that every parent needs to hear.

What Awaits You in This Episode:

• Signs that behavior is normal versus when it’s a red flag
• Eye-opening lessons from wild horses on guiding independence
• Mistakes to ...

Why do teens turn to substances? Shane dives into this tough question using lessons from horses to offer fresh solutions. You’ll hear how horses navigate discomfort and how parents can apply these lessons to guide their teens.

• How the brain's natural response to discomfort influences choices—and what to do about it.
• What horses can teach us about staying present and working through challenges in the moment.
• Practical advice for...

In this episode with Shane Jacob, you’ll discover how a horses behavior mirrors the actions and emotions of the rider and how the same is true with how teens mirror their parents.

What Awaits You in this Video:

* The surprising connection between your emotions and your teen’s reactions—and how to use it to create harmony.

* Why focusing on “fixing” your horse or teen often backfires—and what to do instead.

* Real-life examples of commo...