Connecting with Our Teenagers with Guest Kirsten Cobabe

I love all things teenager and so does my guest Kristen Cobabe the “teen whisperer”. When I first became a teen I found myself at a loss as to what to do and how to interact with my daughter. It was murky water and I struggled to say the least. But I have found my way and now I am enjoying the teenage years more than I thought I would. Today I’m joined by Kirsten Cobabe, who has worked with teenagers since she herself was a teenager as a mentor. In our discussion today, we talk about how to communicate best with both teens and tweens. This is one of the most significant developmental stages for them-- it's only right that we try our best to guide them without forcing their hands. Be sure to listen in! The best way to reach our teenagers is through connection, not control.   Episode Highlights: Kirsten’s background and experience How dealing with teens and tweens is different from a kid What you need to know about raising a teenager The changes that come with the teenager stage Why saying no is not our job as parents We need to choose our relationship with our kids over small issues   Connect with Kirsten: @kirstencobabe | Instagram Kirsten Cobabe | Website   How can we “shame-proof” our parenting? There are ways we can eradicate shame from our everyday interactions with our children. Building in ways to address our children can promote resilience and self-esteem rather than jeopardizing these precious commodities for our children. Nobody wants to shame, but sometimes we need a little help figuring out what else we can do. Click here to download the FREE guide now - https://www.peaceandparentingla.com/shame-opt-in  -- Want to support the Peace and Parenting Podcast by purchasing products through Hand in Hand parenting? Use my affiliate link https://bit.ly/3iUcGqg I highly recommend the: Listening to Children Booklet Set as an essential part of learning Connective Parenting.  Are you ready to change your family dynamic through connective parenting? Work with me ONE on ONE and together we’ll hone in on the sources of discontent and chaos and find solutions that are specific to your family’s needs. It doesn’t matter if you are married or single, if you parent alone or you want to do this with your parenting partner. Sign up HERE https://www.peaceandparentingla.com/one-on-one-course for my one-on-one course today and change your parenting reality!   Follow Peace and Parenting Instagram @peaceandparenting Facebook @peaceandparentingla Apple Podcasts Spotify Google Podcasts Want to join The Yelling Cure Event: https://peaceandparentingla.com/the-yelling-cure Our Sponsors: * Birdwatching enthusiasts check out Feathersnap: https://www.feathersnapcam.com/ * Check out BetterHelp: betterhelp.com/PEACE * Check out ByHeart.com/podcast and use my code PEACE for a great deal: www.byheart.com/podcast * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code PEACE for a great deal: happymammoth.com * Check out Knorr to bring more peace to your meal prep: https://www.knorr.com * Check out Lil Critters: www.lilcritters.com * Check out Lil Critters: www.lilcritters.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy