Does your teenage son shrug his shoulders and mutter, “I don’t care” whenever you ask about school, friends, or the future? You are not alone and it’s not as hopeless as it feels.

In today’s episode of Raising Boys, Building Men, Heidi unpacks what’s really happening when your son seems totally checked out. Spoiler: it’s almost always one of two things. You’ll learn how to tell the difference, and more importantly, how to respond in a way that draws him closer instead of pushing him further away.

Heidi also shares three practical “mom moves” that help you connect with your son without nagging, pressuring, or fueling power struggles.

If you’ve ever felt rejected by your son’s indifference, this episode will help you breathe easier and rebuild the connection you’re craving.

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