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What to Do When Your Teen Feels Bad

podcast Oct 04, 2022

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Episode 15: What To Do When Your Teen Feels Bad

 

 

Episode Summary:

What to Do When Your Teen Feels Bad

When your teen feels bad, it can be so heartbreaking to watch them experience painful emotions. You want to help them, but you don't know how and nothing seems to work. This episode will give you three simple things you can do to help when your teen feels bad.

You will also learn what NOT to do and why the things parents usually try don't actually help. This episode will help you teach your teen to learn resilience, courage and perseverance. Make sure you get my free guide to processing emotions so you and your teen can feel better!

 

 

What you will learn in this episode:

How to Manage Your Own Emotions

Before you can help your teen deal with their emotions, you need to process your own emotions about their struggle. Understanding your feelings can enable you to support them better. Learn the simple steps to process your emotions so you are ready to help them with theirs. 

Get Comfortable Feeling Uncomfortable

If you want to be able to help your teen, you have to shift your perspective on negative emotions. As parents we never want our kids to feel "negative" emotions, but in this episode you will discover how many "negative" emotions lead to personal growth and development. Find out how these emotions can be beneficial for your teen.

Be a Safe Place for Your Teen

 Show confidence in your teen's ability to handle difficult emotions. Let them know you're there to support them in whatever way they need, whether it's talking through their feelings or simply being present. If your teen doesn't think you can handle their big emotions, they won't share them with you. 

 

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