In this episode, I'm taking off my therapist hat and getting real about the challenges of parenting - especially when it comes to raising tweens and teens. Join me for some honest conversation about the ups and downs of this parenting journey! 👨👩👧👦
✨ I'll share with you:
- Why parenting is ridiculously challenging (and keeps changing just when you think you've figured it out!)
- The special challenges of parenting tweens and teens with anxiety
- The truth about parenting, "experts," myself included
- Some hope and encouragement that will be sure to make you feel better about your own parenting
📚 What's Bringing Me More Zen
- Tune in after the break to discover what's bringing me more zen this week despite feeling "cranky AF"! 😂
💌 Let's Connect!
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- Email: yourzenfriendpod@gmail.com
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- Join our private Facebook group: Your Zen Friend
💪 Encouragement for Parents: Remember that we're all human - even those of us with "answers"! Having knowledge doesn't guarantee perfect implementation, and modeling that imperfection can be valuable too.
Mentioned on this episode: What in The World, by Leanne Morgan:
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