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A Teen's Perspective

Dr. RJ

A show for parents of teenagers. Each week, I interview teens so they can share their experiences growing up in today's world.

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Friday · 13 min
Disrespectful Teenagers
Should you allow your teenager to be disrepectful? The obvious answer is, "No," but many families continue to struggle with disrespectful teenagers. How do you put an end to disrespectful communication in your home? Tune in to discover how Dr. RJ has helped thousands of parents get back their authority.
September 9 · 14 min
Exciting News
In this episode, Dr. RJ shares exciting news for parents of pre-teens, teenagers, and young adults. Tune in and please subscribe. https://drrjjackson.com/coaching
August 7 · 14 min
Why Teens Are Refusing School
School refusal is more than just "skipping class." In this episode of A Teen's Perspective, we dig into why so many teens are saying no to school—anxiety, burnout, mental health struggles, social pressure, irrelevant curricula, and the feeling that school just doesn't fit real life.
July 18 · 15 min
3 Signs Your Teen Is Silently Spiraling
From the outside, everything can look fine — decent grades, same friend group, still showing up to practice. But some of the most telling signs of a teen quietly struggling don't look like a crisis at all; they look like normal teenage moodiness. In this episode, we break down three signs parents consistently miss, why they get overlooked, and why waiting for things to "pass on their own" is often the costliest mistake a parent can make.
June 24 · 16 min
The Hidden Desires of Teenagers
What do teenagers actually want? In this episode of A Teen's Perspective, Dr. RJ dives deep into the real desires driving today's teens—beyond the surface-level assumptions adults often make. From the friendships that shape their world to the social pressures they navigate daily, Dr. RJ unpacks what truly matters to them. But there's one crucial thing most teens don't even realize they're craving… something that could completely transform family dynamics if parents understood it. If you're a parent trying to connect with your child, this episode offers ground breaking insights you won't want to miss. Discover the three things teenagers really want—and why the third one might be the game-changer no one sees coming.
May 23 · 14 min
Summer Success
Why is it so hard to get your teenager to make the most of their summer? You see them sleeping until the afternoon, staying up all night, turning into moody zombies who resist every productive suggestion you make. You want them to build good habits, stay motivated, maybe even earn some money or prepare for the future — but nothing you try seems to work. If you're exhausted from the constant battles and want real summer progress for your teen without destroying your relationship, this episode will show you the smarter path. I share when it's time to stop trying to handle it all yourself and bring in professional life coaching that actually understands how to motivate teens from the inside out. 🎧 Listen now and discover a better way forward this summer.
May 13 · 18 min
Life Coaching in 2026
In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the top reasons parents are seeking life coaching. There are changes happening among teenagers and it's important for parents to pay attention before it impacts their children.
March 11 · 16 min
How to Stop Disrepectful Teenagers
In this episode, Dr. RJ shares the greater concerns with allowing teenagers to disrespect their parents. There are many strategies to encourage respectful conversations, but often times, parents do not utilize them. If you want your teenager to stop disrespecting you then tune in to this episode.
February 26 · 15 min
Social Media Battle
In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the number one battle between parents and teenagers. Social media has been a point of contention in families even before the Covid lockdowns. Dr. RJ explains why parents should not give in to their teens demands as it relates to technology.
February 11 · 18 min
Bad Advice
In this episode, Dr. RJ shares the most common advice parents of teenagers give other parents. Unfortunately, this advice is rarely helpful and in some cases, it can be damaging. Tune in to this episode to learn strategies on how to help your teenager maximize their potential.
January 28 · 21 min
How to Discipline Teenagers
In this episode, Dr. RJ shares the common difficulties parents experince when trying to discipline their teenagers. It is important for all parents to learn these strategies in order to minimize conflict in their homes.
January 14 · 17 min
Parenting, Marriage, and Health
In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the three main areas of life as a parent of a teenager. Often times, one area can impact the other areas. He gives practical advice on how to improve all three.
January 8 · 22 min
Is Therapy Bad for Teens?
In this episode, Dr. RJ answers the question that most parents ask when learning about the benefits of life coaching. Life coaching is the preferred first line of defense when a child is struggling. What about therapy? Is therapy useful for the modern teenager? Dr. RJ answers these questions and more in this episode. Schedule your strategy session at https://drrjjackson.com/coaching
January 1 · 17 min
Teen Success in 2026
In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses how to help your teenager or young adult find success in 2026. For many, 2025 was disappointing. Either your child struggled or did not perform at a high level. Dr. RJ describes the solution so that this year will not look like last year. If you are interested in our life coaching programs for teenagers, young adults, and parents then visit us at www.drrjjackson.com
Dec 31, 2025 · 19 min
Discipline Your Teen Correctly
In this episode, Dr. RJ teaches the correct way to discipline a teenager. Often times, parents are trying to correct their teenagers through yelling and punishments, but these are ineffective. At the end of this episode, parents of teenagers will know what to do and what not to do with disciplining their teens.
Dec 24, 2025 · 18 min
3 Mistakes Parents Make
In this episode, Dr. RJ shares the top 3 mistakes that parents make with their teenagers. Unfortunately, these mistakes not only cause disputes in the home, but more importantly, they limit the growth of teens. Tune in to this episode to learn tips on how to help your child maximize their potential. If you are interested in Dr RJ's coaching program for PARENTS then scheule a strategy session at https://coachyourteen.com
Dec 20, 2025 · 18 min
Life Coaching Teenagers
In this episode, Dr. RJ teaches the basics of teen life coaching and why every teenager needs a life coach. He tackles the most common questions and misconceptions. Finally, he shares exactly how he coaches teenagers to success. If you are interested in scheduling a strategy session visit https://drrjjackson.com/coaching
Dec 11, 2025 · 17 min
Failure to Launch
In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the number one problem among older teens and young adults since Covid. He helps parents identify signs to look for in their teenagers. If you are a parent currently struggling with your child's lack of independence listen to the episode in it's entirety.
Nov 29, 2025 · 17 min
Holidays with Teens
In this episode, Dr. RJ shares the most common problems that parents notice during the holidays. He also gives practical tips on how to prevent them from happening to you.
Oct 29, 2025 · 18 min
Willpower vs Conditioning
In this episode, Dr. RJ discusses the differences between willpower and conditioning for teenagers. Many parents use strategies that influence willpower. The problem with choosing willpower is that it is not sustainable, nor does it yield results. Listen to this episode to learn the power of conditioning.

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