Dec 15, 2022
Want to understand your teenager better?
Do you feel like you are always walking on eggshells around your teen, not wanting to fight with them, but also needing them to listen to you? Parenting teens can be exhausting.
There are so many myths that make parenting teens harder than it needs to be. We often go...
Dec 9, 2022
It can be so hard to know when your child's behavior is normal and when it's time to reach out for help.
Some signs that something is going on can include:
Trouble sleeping
More irritable than usual
Stomachaches or headaches
These symptoms are also pretty normal to see in most children and teens.
So what do we do?
My...
Nov 21, 2022
Imagine being 16 again. Feeling like the weight of the world is on your shoulders. Academics, sports, family, friends, learning to drive, new to dating...it feels like a lot doesn’t it? And for some reason, on top of it all, it seems you can never do anything right in your parents' eyes.
If there is one thing I...
Nov 14, 2022
In this episode, I talk to Cassidy Lundgren about her struggle with scrupulosity (religious OCD) and depression. She's a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, a wife and mother to four children.
Cassidy talks about her battle with mental illness and how it impacted her ability to feel God's love for...
Nov 2, 2022
All your teen wants is to be seen.
Think about it. When someone acknowledges you and says your name, doesn't it feel good?
Our kids are the same way. They may not act like they notice or appreciate it, but I promise it will make a huge difference in your relationship if you put this into practice.
Active Recognition...