It can be so hard to know when your child's behavior is normal and when it's time to reach out for help.
Some signs that something is going on can include:
Trouble sleeping
More irritable than usual
Stomachaches or headaches
These symptoms are also pretty normal to see in most children and teens.
So what do we do?
My two favorite questions to ask myself are:
Does my child feel safe to share emotions?
Am I asking good questions?
Doing this mental check-in will often help me know the next steps that I need to take.
In this episode, I will also be talking about the power of saying; "I notice that…..
Acknowledge something you notice in a way that leaves him feeling curious - not feeling defensive
I will talk about the power in avoiding the word WHY - "Why are you doing that?" It immediately puts your child on the defense.
I will also address the three most common struggles in adolescence and how we can help our teenagers navigate these struggles.
Click Here for my guide to avoid a power struggle
