Are you longing for a stronger connection with your almost grown kids, but finding it challenging because it feels like you're speaking different languages? Many parents face this dilemma. You may have resorted to nagging and lecturing your kids thinking it will make them listen and understand, but let's be honest, that approach doesn't work.

Fortunately, there's a better way. Join renowned experts, Dr. Meg Meeker and Dr. Emily Kline, as they engage in an enlightening discussion on effective strategies to bridge the communication gap with your almost grown kids.

Their conversation focuses on:

• The art of effective communication to build stronger relationships with your almost grown kids.
• Practical tips on setting healthy cell phone use boundaries for teens.
• The importance of showing genuine interest in your teenager's life and how active listening can make a huge difference.

The key moments in this episode are:

00:00:00 The Challenges of Communicating with Older Kids

00:03:48 Giving Kids Control and the Power of Active Listening

00:05:25 Redefining a Parent's Job

00:07:12 Communicating with Troubled Teens

00:10:43 Working with Parents and the Limitations of Parenthood

00:15:17 The Importance of Understanding Why Kids Say They Hate School

00:16:09 Motivational Listening and Self-Actualization

00:19:11 Motivating a 16-Year-Old Boy to Study

00:21:26 Addressing Unhealthy Eating Habits in Teenagers

00:31:01 Parents' Power to Limit Phone Use

00:31:33 Can Kids Make Good Decisions?

00:32:49 Monitoring Kids' Phone Usage

00:33:20 Privacy vs. Parental Involvement

00:34:32 Key Takeaways and Book Recommendation 

ABOUT OUR GUEST

EMILY KLINE, PHD is a clinical psychologist and writer in Boston. She has held faculty positions in psychiatry at Boston University School of Medicine and Harvard Medical School. Released in April 2023, The School of Hard Talks: How to Have Real Conversations with Your (Almost Grown) Kids is available for purchase in bookstores, via Amazon and other online retailers!  

Dremilykline.com | Instagram: @learnaboutmilo

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