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Struggling to understand your teenager?
Parenting teenagers can be a rollercoaster of emotions, especially for single moms. If you're struggling to connect with your teen, you're not alone. In this enlightening conversation, I sit down with Lisa Bravo, a renowned psychotherapist and author, to uncover strategies for building healthy relationships with our teenagers.
Lisa shares her personal journey and introduces us to the "Bravo Effect," a powerful framework for understanding and responding to teenage behavior. She breaks down the acronym B.R.A.V.O. (Behavior, Relationships, Attitudes, Values, and Opportunities) and explains how each element can help us navigate the complexities of parenting teens.
Key insights you'll gain from this episode:
- Understanding the difference between reacting and responding to your teen's behavior
- The importance of self-management and modeling stress management for your children
- How to find the middle ground between strict and lenient parenting styles
- Strategies for connecting with your teen, even in challenging moments
- The value of self-care and community support for single parents
Lisa also shares a powerful reminder: there's always an opportunity to connect with our children, no matter how difficult things may seem. Whether you're a single mom or part of a two-parent household, this conversation offers practical advice and hope for strengthening your relationship with your teenager.
Don't miss Lisa's book recommendation and details on how to connect with her for more parenting support. This episode is a must-listen for any parent navigating the turbulent waters of raising teenagers.
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00:00:04 Introduction to Lisa Bravo and The Bravo Effect
00:05:45 The Importance of Responsive Parenting
00:14:31 Opportunities for Connection and Change
00:19:39 The Bravo Effect Book and Resources
00:23:01 Self-Care for Single Parents
"On the surface, it may look like sheer disrespect for an adult. But if we look at it from their viewpoint, sometimes they are holding a value. And it's important for parents to decipher what's going on there". ~ Lisa Bravo, The BRAVO Effect: Strategies for Parenting Extreme Teens. Get a copy of The BRAVO Effect here: https://amzn.to/4oA71XW
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