10 facts I would tell my younger self.
My 3 kids are now young adults. Like you, I went through some tough teen years. Here is what I would tell my younger self:
1. You don’t have to feel guilty when you lose your shit.
I hated when I yelled.
2. You don’t have to punish your teen to stop worrisome behavior.
I believed punishments were the only solution.
3. You are a good parent trying your very best.
I thought what is wrong with me that I can’t figure this out.
4. It’s hard to parent teens without effective resources.
I believed I should just know how to parent.
5. This is fixable.
Fixing the situation felt impossible.
6. It’s okay to ask for help.
I had never heard of a parenting coach.
7. There are parenting approaches you haven’t learned.
I didn’t know there was a different approach that works.
8. You have the power to change what’s happening.
I thought I tried everything and that my teen was the problem.
9. It’s possible to know what to do that works.
I didn’t see that there could be a better way.
10. It’s possible to feel close to your teen even when it feels hard.
I felt rejected and disrespected and didn’t see a path forward.
If it feels like your relationship is unraveling and you want it to stop, I can help you.
I will listen to what’s going on in your home and create a plan to help you move forward.
You will leave feeling hopeful.
And who wouldn’t want that?
♥️ Jeanine
P.S. For additional help, watch one of my free classes.
