Hope For Parents With Struggling Teens
You’ve read the books, followed the advice, and poured your heart into parenting, but your teen still struggles. Whether you're facing defiance, emotional shutdowns, anxiety, depression, or just feeling completely out of answers, you are not alone — and you are not failing. This podcast is your lifeline: real talk, expert insights, and practical tools that actually work. Join us each week for hope, direction, and a reminder that you can rebuild connection, influence, and peace in your home — one step at a time.
Hope For Parents With Struggling Teens
Parent-Child Communication
Brandon explores the dynamics of parent-child communication, focusing on the significant impact that voice and tone have on relationships. He discusses the differences between stern, mean, and permissive voices, emphasizing the importance of effectively using a stern voice without crossing into being mean. Listeners will gain insights into assessing their own communication patterns and intentions, along with practical strategies for expressing themselves during conflicts. Additionally, Brandon highlights the critical concepts of empathy and sympathy, stressing the need for parents to intentionally teach and model these emotional skills to nurture their child's emotional intelligence. Tune in for valuable tips that will empower you to foster deeper understanding and connection within your family.