A Note From the Santa Monica Teen & Family Therapist
Do you get so frustrated with your teen’s behavior that you find yourself over-reacting? – Sandra
Of course it is important handle negative behavior right away, but the situation would go more smoothly if you handled your frustration first.
Stepping away for a moment may keep you from exploding, and give you space to determine what actions could help your child move beyond their behavior. Another way to reduce your reactivity is to take a deep breath whenever you feel stressed and overwhelmed. Parents who use deep breathing to calm their nerves find they are able to bring their thoughts into a more a peaceful alignment.
Once you feel ready to discuss your teen’s behavior, try expressing curiosity instead of judgment. In this manner, you can learn more about their initial motivation as well as their point of view. Utilize their mistakes as an opportunity to help them to grow by creating a discussion where you respectfully impart your life wisdom.
Remember, you don’t have to fix everything today. Sometimes there is value in teaming up with a teen specialist who can help you discover the solution. Remember the old saying that it takes a village to raise a child? Let me support you in becoming the best parent you can be!
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