Do this ONE thing, so you stop feeling like a nag.

“Why won’t my teen just do what I tell them to do? Life would be so much easier for everyone.”

It’s clear to you how your teen can be more successful.

And you think a “friendly reminder” will make that happen.

So of course, you can’t resist the urge to tell them:

“It’s time to get out of bed.”
“Don’t forget to study for your test.”
“Put your phone away.”
“You should practice more.”
“Stop eating junk food.”

Unfortunately, you are met with irritation and annoyance.

They don’t listen to your sage advice.

You find yourself saying the same thing over and over.

You feel like a nag.

Here’s the problem:

Your teen wants to feel like they are in control of their life. 

They want to figure it out themselves.

They don’t want you to tell them what to do.

👉 So, stop telling them!

It really can be that simple.

Here’s the good news:

You have been promoted from senior manager to CEO.

This is something to celebrate!

As CEO, your job is to be a safety net to prevent catastrophes.

As the leader, you don’t manage the day-to-day minutiae. 

You let your manager (i.e., teen) solve problems for themselves.

This makes THEIR brain work (not yours.)

Then they build the life skills they need to become a thriving adult.

And you stop feeling like a nag.

Now that’s what I call a “win-win!”

♥️ Jeanine

P.S. If NOT telling your teen what to do terrifies you, don’t worry, you are not alone. I can teach you how to help them make good choices so they don’t think you are a nag and you trust they will be okay. Book a call HERE, and let’s make this happen.  

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