Parenting Teens Blog
Tips & strategies for navigating the teen years without losing your mind.
Pro Parenting Tip #39: Say No to “Because I Said So.”
I know, I know, you're the parent and you shouldn't have to explain yourself. But when you don't explain yourself, here's what you may be teaching your teen:
Pro Parenting Tip #36: Learn How the Teen Brain Works
When we understand why our teens act the way they do, we are able to become far more effective parents and reduce a lot of unnecessary drama.Here are a 12 KEY DIFFERENCES to be aware of:
Pro Parenting Tip #18: The ONE Thing
Here are 3 questions you can ask your teen to reduce conflict, increase understanding, and lead the conversation in a more positive direction. (BTW, these work with spouses, colleagues, friends, your own parents…)
Pro Parenting Tip #33: Problem Solve
You have the choice to punish your teen for the bad decisions they made in the past or to problem-solve with them so they can learn to make better decisions in the future.
Mindset Reset: Problem-focused vs solution—focused
The words we use to describe our teens can have an enormous, long-term impact on how our teens view themselves. They depend on us to help them define who they are and understand how to relate to people. The rely on us to provide a foundation of acceptance, appreciation, and unconditional love.
7 ways to boost your teen's brain development
Your teen's brain is going through a massive growth spurt, which means it's not fully developed yet. As parents, it's important to provide an environment for healthy brain development and teach them tools to control their impulses. Here are 7 ways to boost your teen's healthy brain construction.
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