The Sunday Scaries
Do you ever notice a sudden shift in your teen’s mood on Sunday afternoons? If so, you’ve probably come face to face with what’s known as the Sunday Scaries. It’s […]
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The Gift of Time
The perfect gift for your teen may not be something material. In the frenzy of gift buying, do not lose sight of what is most important this holiday season.
Helping Your Teen Navigate Family Gatherings
For teens, hanging with the extended family during holidays is not all it’s cracked up to be. Teens would usually prefer to lounge around, catch up with friends, and stare
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She Made A Mistake
Your daughter made a mistake. It was a doozy. And now the entire school is talking about it, and the gossip is in high gear. Girls are choosing sides and
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The Art of Letting Go: Allowing Your Teen to Face Challenges Builds Resilience
As parents, it’s only natural to want to shield our teens from life’s hardships. We intervene when they stumble, hoping to smooth the path and make their journey a bit less bumpy. But what if, in our efforts to protect them, we’re actually robbing them of valuable opportunities to build resilience?
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Walking the Tightrope: Balancing Support Without Overburdening Your Teen
Parenting a teen is the ultimate balancing act. You want to be their biggest fan, their safety net, and sometimes, their life coach. But here’s the kicker: how do you
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Loneliness in Friendships
I work with adolescent girls who are dealing with girl drama or friendship issues, and loneliness is a prevailing feeling. You might assume that only girls without friends are lonely. Oddly, some of the girls that have a large circle of friends are the loneliest.
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Forgiveness Frees You
Some days it feels like your relationship with your teen is so contentious. You can’t seem to say anything right. Every word seems to be the wrong one. It’s easy
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Her Best Friend Dumped Her
She runs up the stairs to her bedroom and slams the door. You can hear her on the other side of the door sobbing. Your daughter received the dreaded break-up
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“I hate you!”…the real meaning
“I hate you.” These are three words that all parents dread hearing. It cuts you deep. How could your teen possibly say such a hurtful thing? It’s because they don’t
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