Parenting Strategies to Improve Communication & Build a Strong Relationship With Your Teen and Family
For parents who feel exhausted trying to reconnect with their child but are feeling stuck. Nothing you do seems to be working and you’re ready to dive deep, get vulnerable, and take on a different approach.Here, on the “The Reflective Parent” podcast, we start by looking at ourselves and begin to make small shifts for change. When we better understand ourselves, we are better equipped to engage with the family and its unique dynamics. Small changes in your own behavior and way of thinking will have a big impact on your family dynamics, your relationship with your partner,...
Ever found yourself in a heated exchange with your teen, feeling the tension build, your voice rising, and your body bracing for battle? What if I told you that there’s a way to dial back, find your calm, and show up as your best self, even if the conversation starts off on the wrong foot?In this...
Published 08/23/24
Struggle can be a powerful catalyst for growth. I’ve witnessed this truth not only in my own life but also in the lives of countless teens while working in wilderness therapy, residential treatment, and transitional and sober living. However, my time in wilderness therapy was particularly...
Published 08/23/24