


The Secret to Being Heard by Your Teen in Tough Conversations
How do you “get through” to your teen in tough conversations? You know “listening” is important, but they may not engage with you to have something to listen to? You are concerned. You may even be afraid… There are so many dangers for...
How to Motivate Your Teen
I get asked this question at least once a week, “How do I motivate my teen?” Is this you? Are you worried your teen won’t make pass? Perhaps your teen is isolating in their room to the point of not even engaging with friends and it really concerns...
Three Ways to Help Your Teen Finish School Strong
If your teens are anything like mine were, they checked out after spring break and school feels like a drudgery. Let’s face it, we haven’t had a “normal” year either. Returning from the pandemic was complicated and now the CDC reports an inflamed teen mental health...
How to Deal with Perceived “Back Talk” – A Conscious Parenting Perspective
I remember feeling dis-regulated and overwhelmed when my daughters got sassy. Often their sassiness escalated the more tired I was at the end of the day. I also remember my father shutting me down with, “Don’t back talk me!” And I remember my vow...