Unspoken expectations “Adults have these expectations for kids, and they think we know what they are,” Said a teen in my office who gave me permission to use his words. He was frustrated as are many other kids at the fact that parents and other authority figures have thoughts about what they want, how and …
I’m Calling You. Can’t You Hear Me?
Sometimes, I feel it is difficult to work with teens because they’re still a child but want some independence. They are at a point where they are developing individuality but still need and want their mom or dad. They have their own thoughts and opinions but are not sure how to respectfully voice them to …
“Mom do you have a sec?”
I was meeting with a friend at Starbucks, and as most moms do, we were talking about our kids. She shared how sad she felt when her daughter was graduating high school because she realized that it was too late. I was confused by that statement, too late, but she continued to share that she …
Don’t Judge Me
"Don't judge me," it’s been a common saying among teens lately. One parent recently shared and agreed that she heard it from her children quite often. Not long ago my daughter said it too. I asked her a question about her homework, and she changed the subject and tried to ease out of the room. …
