Mom-Teen Conversations About Trust, Communication & Honesty
This Season's Concept: An authentic mother-teenager between therapist/mom, Megan Bayles Bartley, and her twelve year old daughter, Gracie. The interview series explores trust, non-verbal communication, and honesty in relationships, particularly focusing on anxiety's impact
Our Purpose: To normalize open conversations about difficult topics, provide relatable content for both parents and teens struggling with trust issues, and offer practical insights in an accessible format
Episode Eleven: Rebuilding Broken Trust
First Steps After Betrayal Mom: "What's the very first thing someone should do after breaking trust?" Teen: Shares perspective on immediate aftermath of trust breaches. Closing: "How you handle the first moments after betrayal sets the tone for healing."
Forgiveness vs. Trust Mom: "What's the difference between forgiving someone and trusting them again?" Teen: Explores this important distinction. Closing: "Forgiveness is a gift; trust is earned."
Rebuilding Timeframes Mom: "How long should it take to rebuild trust after it's broken?" Teen: Discusses realistic expectations for trust repair. Closing: "Healing happens on the wounded person's timeline."
When to Walk Away Mom: "How do you know when a relationship can't be trusted again?" Teen: Shares perspective on boundaries and deal-breakers. Closing: "Sometimes the most trustworthy thing is knowing your limits."
Visit Megan B. Bartley and her team online for more at Mindfulness-Center.com and enter to win your chance for a free copy of Megan's book RESET: Six Powerful Exercises to Refocus Your Attention on What Works for You and Let Go of What Doesn't
