In addition to my new weekly parenting tips (please sign up on my welcome page)I am also in the process of developing a parenting DVD and written guide for parents of teens. I like the illustration because weather is changeble, unpredicatable, sometimes nasty and occasionally nice--sound familiar? I can't tell you how excited I am to be able to offer you and your family this e-guide using both written and video content!
I won't be using a publisher for this one, so the only place you'll be able to access it is right here from my website. In advance, I want to thank the many teens and families who have allowed me to walk with them on their journeys. What an amazing trip it's been. Whether you're parenting your own teen, or your boyfriend's, whether your teen is splitting his time between several households or just one. Whether you're a grandmother raising your child's teen or married and raising a step-teen with his ex. Whether your teen was adopted internationally or domestically or from foster care, I'm here to help.
Need advice? Please email me. I'd love to hear what's happening in your world. In the meantime,
Tip Number ONE:
When your teen gives you an eye-roll or call you the b-word or otherwise tries to get on your one good last nerve?
Hmmm. Somebody wants to bait you. Who knows why? But you do have choices.
You can break that negative interaction cycle. Don't take the bait!
REPEAT AFTER ME: I am a peaceful fish. Breathing softly. Swimming around the hook. I don't have to participate in every fight I'm invited to.
In the meantime, a big giant hug from me to you,
Pam
