Have you ever found yourself thinking…

“If my teen would just change, things would finally get better”?

Maybe if they would talk more. Maybe if they would stop pushing back. Maybe if they would be more respectful. Maybe if they would open up. If you’ve ever felt stuck waiting for your teen to change before your relationship can improve, you’re not alone.

In this episode, we talk about a personal story about a season when I thought she was losing my daughter. After conflict, slammed doors, consequences that weren’t working, and a terrifying attempt to run away, I found myself overwhelmed with fear and unsure what to do next.

What God showed me during that season completely changed the way I approached parenting, communication, and connection. If you’re longing to build connection with your teen but feel like nothing you’ve tried is working, this episode will give you hope and a practical next step.

In this episode you'll learn:

• Why waiting for your teen to change first can leave you feeling stuck and powerless • The difference between control and influence in your relationship with your teen • How curiosity and understanding can create deeper connection than correction alone • Three simple questions to ask God when you feel stuck and don’t know what to do next

No matter how impossible things may feel right now, God is not finished writing your story.

If you’re feeling stuck, discouraged, or unsure what your next step should be, I’d love to invite you to my free Connect With Your Teens Support Group. This monthly Zoom gathering is a place where you can bring their real-life situations, receive encouragement, gain clarity around what’s blocking connection, and leave with practical next steps.

📅 The next group meets June 9 at 10:00 AM Arizona time.

💛 Save your seat here: https://connectwithyourteens.com/supportgroup

More Resources:

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