Parenting Partnerships

“ It seems like all we do is disagree.”
“ I worry about my teen because I don’t know her friends like I used to.”
“ We used to do things together. Now he just comes home and goes to his room.”

Does this sound like your house? All parents of teens face the challenges of living with an adolescent who demands to be treated like an adult while still clinging to childlike behaviors. In spite of, or maybe because of the horror stories about teenagers, many parents are unprepared for the transitions that turn their compliant child into an uncooperative teen. These are not easy years, and the most understanding, and competent parents may feel helpless when faced with the formidable task of communicating with their teen.

Even in the best of circumstances, the developmental and hormonal transitions that occur during teen years may make communicating with your teen challenging. However, you can continue to build a positive relationship and still take advantage of the many teachable moments that occur.

TALKING TO TEENS, is designed to help you gain an understanding of teen behaviors. It contains tips and tools to communicate effectively and practical, easy to apply techniques that will help you build and maintain a positive relationship with your teen. The processing questions in this E-Book help you apply the content to your unique family.

You are still your child’s best teacher and most influential role model. Your teen needs you to stay connected and involved. This E-Book will help you create a positive environment that opens up constructive dialogues. You can continue the mutual respect and trust that is necessary in your teen’s journey toward self-confidence and independence. This is accomplished by:

Identifying your fears so you can deal with them.
Listening in a way that encourages your teen to share.
Recognizing negative thinking and turning it into positive.
Turning silence into mutually satisfying conversations.
Minimizing conflicts and maximizing problem solving skills.
Discovering why teens are so impulsive and using these insights to create teachable moments.
Setting firm limits respectfully.
Talking to your teen about sex, drugs, alcohol and smoking in a non threatening manner.
Discussing driving privileges and stating clear expectations using a driving contract.

Parenting Partnership’s Online Learning Series offers tips and tools to help you simplify and enjoy your parenting experience.

Option 2 – For $45.00 you purchase the E-Book and 30 minutes talk time with a Family Life Educator to discuss how you can apply the principles from the workshop to your family.

“I’ve discovered aspects of my son’s personality that I really appreciate.”

“I feel more confident approaching my daughter about subjects that were too threatening to our relationship before.”

“I like the idea of creating teachable moments. It makes it easier to stay positive.”