The Therapy Edit One Thing with Hellen Wills on the truth about the teenage years
Nov 11, 2022
Helen Wills, a blogger and podcaster dedicated to demystifying the teenage years, shares her insights on parenting adolescents. She emphasizes that parents shouldn't fear this phase but instead focus on nurturing strong relationships. Helen discusses the importance of open communication and patience, particularly when teens are less expressive. She also highlights the goal of parenting: to empower children to become independent and resilient adults. Expect relatable advice, heartwarming anecdotes, and a celebration of the joys and challenges of motherhood.
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Reject Fear About Teen Years
- Do not be scared of the teenage years; fear wastes time and energy.
- Trust that many worst-case scenarios you imagine will not happen in reality.
From Early Feistiness To Resilience
- Helen worried her feisty seven-year-old daughter would escalate into risky teen behaviour.
- That daughter became a resilient, sensible 17-year-old who didn't follow those worst-case fantasies.
One Day At A Time Works
- Taking parenting one day at a time reduces anxiety about the unknown future.
- Open, honest communication builds resilience and makes teens likelier to learn from mistakes.
