Seen But Not Heard: Teen Counseling. “But, you’re not listening!” “People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel (Maya Angelou).” This is especially true for today’s teens who are bombarded with negative messages. Emotional connection is essential and necessary for teens. …
What’s Your Parenting Style? Have you ever wondered what your parenting style is? Or do you wonder what is your spouse or partner’s parenting style? Do you know the different parenting styles? To begin with, family researchers, specifically Diana Baumrind, has identified a parenting continuum existing between two constructs: “demandingness” and “responsiveness.” Let’s take…
Avoid Power Struggles With Your Kids! A Common Story. Let’s talk about a situation that I know most parents have encountered before. It’s before dinner time and you’re at the grocery store when your sweet little angel wants candy. You, in your infinite wisdom, know this is not a good idea and refuse to hand…
