When your teen's tracking dot starts moving
I remember the night I couldn't sleep, my phone clutched in my hand as I watched the little dot that represented my teenager moving across the screen. They were supposed to be at their friend's house, but the dot told a different story.
Back then, I told myself tracking was for their safety. But really, I was checking if they drove too fast (like I did as a teen), verifying they were actually on campus (not ditching like I once did), and making sure they were really at that sleepover (and not with that boy/girl, like my teenage self).
Every notification brought anxiety. Every route deviation triggered worry and frustration. I was exhausted from being my teens' personal surveillance system.
But what if I told you there's another way? š±ā”ļøš
Imagine your teen wanting to tell you where they are. Picture them coming to you with their struggles instead of hiding them. This isn't a fantasy ā it's what happens when you learn the art of connection-based conversations.
I discovered this approach when my middle child was a senior, and it transformed our relationship.When teens don't anticipate your disappointment or judgment, they stop hiding things from you. They start coming to you first. (Yes, really!) āØ
Ready to make this shift in your family? In our free Parenting Breakthrough Call, you'll get:
š¤ A clear understanding of what's really driving your teen's behavior
š One proven conversation starter that gets your teen to open up
š¤ A practical plan to rebuild trust and connection, starting today
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It's time to put down the tracking app and pick up the tools for real connection.
ā„ļø Jeanine
P.S. Your teenager wants to trust you as much as you want to trust them. Let me show you how.