Whatever is happening in your home right now is fixable.

The secret is to create safety.

When your teen thinks it’s safe to share with you, they will.

That means they don’t anticipate your disappointment or punishment.

When you want them to listen to you, they need to believe you can help them.

Here are 7 ways to create safety and trust:

Leave your frustration, worry, and anger at the door.
They need you to be calm and grounded.

Listen more than talk.
They want to feel seen, heard and understood.

Drop the sarcasm.
When you judge them, they feel shame and shut down.

Believe that they can make good choices.
It’s okay if they make mistakes. They are trying to figure life out, and you can be their guide.

When you want them to listen, get permission.
Get their buy-in before you give advice.

Compromise.
They want to have a say in the family rules.

Be compassionate.
They think their life is hard. Show you understand that.

Whatever is happening in your home right now is fixable.

Let me show you how. Hope, calm, and closeness are on the other side.

Book a complimentary call here.

I will guide you through the rest.

♥️ Jeanine