ACTIVELY JUDGING
Being judgmental is something that comes quite naturally to parents. After all, it’s supposedly your job to look for what your child is doing wrong and correct her. Judging, though, […]
Communication
“YEAH, BUT” REBUTTAL
“Yeah, but” is basically a way to acknowledge that you know that were talking about something but the content didn’t’ really matter. Rather than “Yeah, but” try “It’s interesting you
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INTERRUPTING
If your teen is talking to you, it’s best to let them talk. If you “accidentally” interrupt, apologize and invite them to continue. You are also being a role model
BEING HURRIED
Let’s face it, sometimes you are in a really hurry. But if you aren’t, allow your teen the time she needs to formulate her thoughts so she can articulate what
HEARING WHAT YOU WANT TO
If you are looking for something, chances are you’ll find it. Having a conversation with someone is no different. If you are looking for criticism, disrespect, errors you are probably
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BEING CLOSE MINDED
I have learned so much from truly listening to my teens and begin open minded about their viewpoint. Just because I have had more years on this planet does not
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LOOKING FOR WRONG INFO
When your child brings up a topic you might not agree with, you might start looking for “wrong” information. This gives you a way to refute what they are saying.
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Rethinking Resolutions
Every year, millions of people create their obligatory New Year’s Resolution list. There are the typical goals that top the list every year: lose weight, go to the gym, and
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Grandparents and Teens
While being interviewed on a radio show, the host asked me, “What can grandparents do to help their teen granddaughters while they are going through tough times?” This was a
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5 RESPONSES TEENS CAN GIVE AT 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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