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Ten Things Your Teenage Daughter Needs To Hear From You.

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Ah, the teenage years! A time of growth, change, and sometimes a bit of angst. Here are 10 things your teenage daughter could really benefit from hearing from you:

1.”I love you unconditionally.” This might seem obvious, but hearing it explicitly, especially when she feels she’s messed up or you’re disagreeing, can be incredibly grounding.

2.”It’s okay to make mistakes. That’s how we learn.” Taking the pressure off perfection allows her to try new things and not be paralyzed by the fear of failure. Share some of your own mistakes and what you learned from them.

3.”Your feelings are valid.” Even if you don’t understand why she’s upset or frustrated, acknowledging her emotions helps her feel heard and understood. You can say something like, “I hear that you’re really upset about this.”

4. ” You are strong and capable.” Teenagers often face new challenges and can doubt their abilities. Reminding her of her inner strength and past successes can boost her confidence.

5.”I’m here for you, no matter what.” Knowing she has a safe space to turn to, without judgment, is crucial. Let her know you’re constant in her life.

6. It’s important to be true to yourself.” The pressure to fit in can immense during adolescence. Encourage her to value her individuality and make choices that align with her own values.

7. “Your voice matters.” Encourage her to express her opinions and stand up for what she believes in, respectfully. This empowers her and helps her develop her own identity.

8.”You are beautiful inside and out.” In a world saturated with often unrealistic beauty standards, remind her that her worth comes from within and that true beauty encompasses kindness, intelligence, and character.

9.”I’m proud of the person you are becoming.” Acknowledging her growth and positive qualities can be a huge motivator and source of encouragement. Focus on her efforts and character, not just achievements.

10. “Let’s talk.” Regularly creating opportunities for open and honest conversation, even about the small things, builds connection and trust. Show genuine interest in her life and listen more than you talk.

These simple phrases, spoken with sincerity, can make a world of difference in your teenage daughter’s life. They build foundation of love, trust, and support that will help her navigate the challenges and joys of adolescence.

The Beauty Of Motherhood

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Enjoying precious time with your teen and adult children.

This life is too short so make sure to spend time with your teen and adult children. You only get one time in life. Teenage and young adult years are very hard. They can be moody, hormonal, and sometimes not the most pleasant people to be around. But, teens are also curious, insightful, and on their way to becoming young adults. Young adults are working, going to college and trying to figure what they want to do as a career. 

I know it may feel like a chore to spend time with your teenager, or adult children, but what if it wasn’t? What if you could find a way to spend time with them together.

On a typical day, my teenager spends time in her room for hours on end. I often wonder what are they doing and what are they up to. Teenagers are very complex and unpredictable creatures. They are all over the place with their emotions. Their emotions can shift from tired and lazy to hyper and crazy in an instant.

A request from mom to help with chores can trigger a storm of complaining: ‘Why do I always have to help? It is much easier that we do not want to spend much time around this roller coaster of the teenager emotions. Spending time with our teenagers and young adults are crucial. How can we make this happen?

The Importance of time with our Teens and Adult children. There are no clear answers when it comes to parenting. It is very frustrating because through this journey you want to spend time with your teenager or young adult but they just want to be in their own room or they become busy with college and work. As a parent of a teenager and young adult lets take the time to know our teens and young adults lets help them achieve their dreams. When you talk to your teen and young adult ask them what is their passion in life. Do alot of listening and don’t nag them. Most important always be available to talk to your teen.