Attempting conversation with your teen can be like pulling teeth.  You twist, pull and prod … with nothing to show … except a few mumbled words, a little drool, and sense of frustration!

Here’s a question to get the ball rolling with your teen … “What’s one thing you’d like to tell me that you think I should know?” 

Wow.  That’s a doozie.  In housing over twenty-five hundred teenagers in our residential program, I’ve discovered some rather surprising responses.  For example… one teen gave this tender answer:  “I wish my parents knew how much I need them.”  I was floored to hear a struggling teen admit it!

Mom, Dad …  your kids need you.

Take me up on the challenge.  Ask the question.  Maybe it’ll get the ball rolling and you’ll get a painfully honest response.

 

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