Core Topic: Why your teen might still feel distant, even after your repair attempts and how to stay rooted when the silence sets in.

If you’ve ever thought…

“They still won’t talk to me.”

“I’m doing everything right—why does it feel worse?”

“Maybe I’ve already messed it all up.”

This episode is for you.

In this week’s episode of Root to Ring: A Resilient Parenting Podcast, we’re talking about what to do after the repair when your teen is still closed off or quiet. You’ll learn how silence is often a signal of fear (not failure), how to stay present without pushing, and why trust takes time to grow roots.

We’ll talk about:

• What silence is actually communicating

• Why trust isn’t built in one talk, but in rhythms of safety

• What to do when you feel rejected or hopeless

• How your own story shapes your fear during disconnection

• 3 practical shifts to rebuild trust without force

Key Belief Shifts:

• Silence doesn’t always mean rejection. It often means fear.

• Repair is a rhythm—not a script.

• Disconnection doesn’t mean disrepair. It means a new rhythm is forming.

Quotes to Remember:

“Your teen will test your availability before they test their vulnerability.”

“Repair creates rhythms of safety. Not a one-and-done fix.”

“You’re not failing. You’re planting seeds.”

Resources + Links:

• Learn more about coaching: www.rootedinresiliencecollective.com

• Follow on Instagram: @parentingwithabi and @rootedinresiliencecollective

• Free Guide: Boundaries That Stick — available at the link in my bio

Next Steps:

If you’re ready to stop spiraling and start building connection, DM me the word REPAIR on Instagram. I’ll send you a resource to help you take your next step.

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That’s how we grow strong families, one rooted mom at a time.