Setting Boundaries with Teens (Calmly & Effectively!) with Tia Slightham

Is setting boundaries with your teen a constant battle, especially around technology and social life?

You're not alone! But what if there was a way to establish clear expectations for screen time, curfews, and other hot-button issues without the yelling and power struggles?

In this episode. I’m joined by a leading parenting expert Tia Slightham. Tia, a teacher, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and most importantly, a MOM, understands the challenges parents face.

She shares proven strategies from her "Parenting With Purpose Method" to help us achieve peaceful communication and cooperation from our teenagers.

Key Takeaways

• Parenting is a skill set that can be learned and developed over time.
• Understanding the root causes of behavior is crucial for effective parenting.
• Setting boundaries in advance and involving teenagers in the process promotes mutual respect and cooperation.
• The Behavior Needs Roadmap focuses on meeting children's needs and teaching them skills rather than resorting to punishment.
• Clear and consistent communication is key to establishing and maintaining boundaries with teenagers. Teens want to connect with their parents, but in an authentic and respectful way.
• Building trust and connection with teens requires genuine interest in their interests and spending quality time together.
• Setting boundaries and having respectful relationships can prevent power struggles.
• It's never too late to make changes and repair the parent-child relationship. 

Meet Tia Slightham  

Tia is a parenting coach, teacher, business owner, best selling author and most importantly a MOM. She is the founder of Tia Slightham- Parenting Solutions and The Parenting With Purpose Method, where she works with parents to teach them positive ways to decrease the daily struggles we all encounter as parents. 

Tia has a Masters degree in Early Childhood Ed., certified in Positive Discipline and has worked with kids and families for over 19 years. Her passion to help families shines through her work and coaching program, which has been proven to work for hundreds of families.

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Resources Mentioned in This Episode

• FREE Guide: Dr. Cam’s 10 Pro Tips for Raising Teens
• FREE Guide: Connect in just 10 minutes a day
• FREE Guide: How to stop yelling

 

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