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I can't tell you how much power these four steps are when you are truly intentional with your child or teen. In our practice Creative Family Counseling and Coaching, LLC, we see beautiful connection and transformation in parent-child relationships when they learn how to listen, connect, validate and set aside "special time" with their child or "fun one-on-one" time with their teen. Behind the scenes, prayerfully seek discernment and opportunities to reach them - speak truth into their life - and when your child comes to you to talk....Stop, Drop (your agenda), and Breathe. Then Listen. Be there for them. That is the time to connect. Too often, we want our kids to fit into "our schedule" - and be ready to talk on "our terms" - we need to shift this mindset. And always be available to connect. Tantrum? 😤 What are the feelings behind the behavior? What is the need? Validate their feelings, connect, listen, and be their external co-regulator. They are not giving you a hard time they are "having a hard time"! Whining? Attention-seeking? They are connection-seeking! 🤗 Let's work on changing our language and mindset. They just need the skills and re-direction to learn how to do it appropriately. Don't shut them out, send them away or tell them to be quiet (to them it might mean their feelings are not OK and you are not a safe person to go to! ) They really want you in their life, they love you and they want to connect. They just need your help ❤️ #parentingtips #parentchildrelationship #validation #connection #parentcoaching #counseling #lifecoaching #familytherapy #connectionsmatter #peacefulparenting #emotioncoaching

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When your teenager is burnt out, it's scary for everyone. They seem like a shadow of their former selves. Nothing interests them, nothing is fun - and they have no desire to do anything. Tired all the time, but they often can't sleep. Bored, but lacking the energy to do anything interesting. Frustrated, but unable to explain why. The whole family can feel stuck, and burnt out teenagers often find anything their parents say annoying. making it hard to discuss the situation. For this reason, I made my first mini-course specifically for teenagers last year - and it's on Burn out. It's a bit like a companion to the mini-course Burnt out by School? which is aimed at parents. It covers similar material but a bit more lightly, and it features clips from Chloe @chloemejustme who was herself 16 when I interviewed her. It's broken down into short modules and there is no homework, worksheet or reading to do. It is suitable for those with or without a diagnosis. Following popular request, we are adding this mini-course to the half price sale, just until Sunday midnight. Please share if you know parents and teenagers who might appreciate it. https://lnkd.in/ev6yGw3h

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The preschool years are an important time for developing healthy habits for life. From 2 to 5 years old, children grow and develop in ways that affect behavior in all areas, including eating. At certain ages, children may begin to refuse certain foods. Check out this resource from MyPlate to learn about eating behavioral milestones. https://ow.ly/pWIE50RuUqL

How to Persuade your Aging Parents to Accept Help: 5 Tips to Get Started There will come a time when a parent will benefit from additional support. But accepting that they can no longer live independently can take a toll on their ego. Here are 5 tips to get started: https://bit.ly/3zX2rOy

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Ease Into School: Experts Recommend Gradual Bedtime Adjustments for Kids As the back-to-school season approaches, experts offer valuable tips for parents to help children adjust their sleeping schedules, including gradual bedtime changes and reduced screen time.