Boosting Your Teen’s Teen Self-Esteem with Phinnah
Episode Summary
In this episode we tackle a common challenge that many parents face: How to help our teens develop a strong sense of self-worth and confidence in a world that often seems designed to chip away at it? Dr. Cam is joined by Phinnah, a seasoned family coach with over a decade of experience transforming family dynamics by strengthening parent-child relationships. Listen in to hear her expert advice for navigating the delicate balance between supporting your teen's self-esteem and allowing them to face life's challenges independently
KEY TAKEAWAYS
Validate teenagers' feelings and allow them to feel difficult emotions.
Reflect on your own teenage years to better understand your teenager.
Maintain your influence in your teenager's life and navigate social media together.
Don't take things personally and seek help when needed.
Meet Phinnah
Phinnah, a seasoned family coach with over a decade of experience, dedicates herself to transforming family dynamics by strengthening parent-child relationships. With three adult sons and a teenage daughter of her own, Phinnah uniquely understands the complexities of parenting. Her expertise extends to empowering parents with invaluable tools while concurrently guiding teens and young adults through crucial stages of personal development. As a personal development coach, she passionately nurtures the holistic growth of the younger generation, instilling essential life skills and fostering resilience. Phinnah's dual role encapsulates a comprehensive approach, creating a ripple effect of positive transformations within families and among teens transitioning to adulthood.
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Watch the Full Interview
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:24 The Impact of Words and Teenage Brain Development
05:13 The Importance of Validating Teenagers' Feelings
07:18 Allowing Teens to Feel Difficult Emotions
10:34 Handling Teenagers' Anger and Emotion Dysregulation
12:27 Reflecting on Our Own Teenage Years
16:55 The Influence of Social Media
21:16 Accepting Apologies and Allowing Redemption
24:04 Balancing Social Media and Parental Influence
26:12 Not Taking Things Personally and Seeking Help
27:18 Action Item: Ask Teens How They Know You're Listening
Resources Mentioned in This Episode
FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
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