86: How to Become Someone Your Teen Can Really Talk To // Holding Space in Parenting, Part 1

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In this episode, I'm sharing a simple but powerful relationship skill that can completely change the way you connect with your teen: holding space. I'll show you how to stay present without agreeing, fixing, or shutting them down—so your kids actually want to talk to you. If you've ever wondered how to become a safe place for your teenager, especially when conversations get hard, this is a skill you'll come back to again and again—and one you can use in just about any relationship in your life.

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