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5 Myths About Teen Resilience (And What Builds It)
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Are teens today really less resilient? Or have we misunderstood what resilience actually is?
In this episode, I break down 5 common myths about teen resilience that many parents believe. These myths can lead to more fear, more panic, and more stress at home.
You’ll learn:
Why sadness is not an emergency
Why emotional pain is not dangerous
Why protecting your teen can actually make them weaker
Why crying doesn’t mean your teen isn’t resilient
And what truly builds emotional strength
Resilience is not about being happy all the time. It’s not about avoiding big feelings…
The skinny
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