Parenting teenagers untangled. 🏆 The audio hug for parents of teens and tweens. Conflict resolution skills for parents. Vintage
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Sep 17, 2025 Conflict is a natural part of parenting teens, but mastering resolution skills can transform it into a bonding opportunity. The importance of assertive communication and understanding emotions takes center stage. Techniques like LUFU encourage active listening, fostering deeper connections. The podcast emphasizes that navigating disagreements with empathy and respect can strengthen family ties. Practical tips on using text messages for important discussions and teaching negotiation skills empower teens for future conflicts. Strategies for handling differing opinions are also explored.
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Conflict Is Normal And Necessary
- Conflict is a normal, fundamental part of life that often escalates in the teenage years as kids assert independence.
- Avoiding conflict creates internal stress and hidden problems, so learn to address it early and constructively.
Texting And Cards To Repair Tension
- Susie and her teen often text after conflicts because messaging lets both think and explain themselves calmly.
- Susie also wrote a small card to her daughter after a disagreement, which repaired the relationship quickly.
A Practical Penalty For A Forgotten Item
- Rachel made her daughter choose between paying fuel costs or paying her time at minimum wage after forgetting expensive equipment.
- The choice enforced responsibility, gave a maths lesson, and used the allowance system to collect payment fairly.
