The Modern Dads Podcast
#98: Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg on What Tweens and Teens Need Now
Jun 17, 2021
Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg, Child and Teen Resilience Expert, discusses building resilience in tweens and teens, the power of open communication, discovering inner strength and resilience, navigating independence and agency, the gift of self-compassion and forgiveness for parents of teens, and defining a modern dad.
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- Open communication is essential with teenagers, encouraging parents to listen and ask for their input on parenting.
- Creating a safe and peaceful home environment and slowing down to focus on what truly matters are crucial for building resilience in tweens and teens.
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Building Resilience in Children and Teens
Dr. Kenneth Ginsburg discusses the importance of building resilience in tweens and teens as we exit the pandemic. Despite the challenges they are facing, Dr. Ginsburg believes this generation could be the best ever. He emphasizes the need for open communication with teenagers, encouraging parents to listen and ask for their input on parenting. He highlights the significance of empathy and understanding as teenagers are naturally social and need opportunities to stretch their independence. Dr. Ginsburg also emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and peaceful home environment, as well as the value of slowing down and focusing on what truly matters.
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