5 Ways to Help Your Teens Get Out of Their Comfort Zone
Parents, we want to protect our teens from being uncomfortable, but what if getting out of their comfort zone is what they really need? For kids and adults alike, trying out new things, discussing difficult topics, or planning for uncertain dreams can feel wildly uncomfortable. In fact, studies show that we fear making a decision…
How Peer Coaching Helps Teens Struggling With Decisions
Parents, have you heard of the power of peer coaching? As the new school year approaches, peer coaching is the solution to helping your teens navigate the numerous tough decisions that lie ahead. Peer coaching is more than just relying on friends; it’s about developing a community where individuals can use coaching techniques to empower…
4 Steps to ‘Parent Coaching’ to Your Own Child
Parent coaching is a vital tool that moms and dads alike need to raise children. As parents, we have many tools we use to raise children: teaching, advocating, counseling, discipling, etc. But oftentimes, we leave out coaching. Coaching empowers teens to become more self-aware, independent, and resilient. Through powerful questions and goal-focused strategies, families can…
3 Reasons to Prioritize Reflection Now
Parents, have you ever taken time to really reflect on yourself? What about reflecting on your kids? Reflection is the process of reviewing and evaluating what is going well now and what you wish your family would have done differently in the past. When you evaluate your past and present, you can decide what needs…
7 Tips to Help You Be a Better Parent
Parenting is tough—and learning to be a better parent is even tougher. Parenting is one of the most challenging and most significant responsibilities a person can take on. It’s a continual marathon that pushes you to flexibly be there for your child throughout many seasons of life. It requires patience, compassion, unending love, and so…