How to Build Values Based Connections with Your Teen

IMPACT: Parenting with Perspective · Dec 8, 2022 · 25m

"Ask Ben a Question"

Your Teen WANTS You To Connect with Them

This might come as a shock to you, but your teen WANTS you to connect with them.

I know what you might be thinking, "Not MY teen. They want nothing to do with me."

I know, it probably seems that way, but I promise you, your teen wants connection.

Your teen wants to belong.

They want to be praised and appreciated.

The want the safety that comes with unconditional love, acceptance, and belonging.

Wanting to belong is a fundamental human need and desire.

When this need isn't met, teens will desperately search for it.

Your teen might…