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Why Does My Child Ask for Help Then Get Mad?


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Today on the Podcast :

Does your child ask for help with homework, sports, or other activities—only to push back or get frustrated when you offer it? You’re not alone! In this Q&A episode, host Stacy Bellward welcomes Connected Families Certified Parent Coach & Workshop Speaker Laura Zach to answer this common parenting challenge.

Laura shares practical wisdom for parents navigating the push-pull dynamic with an 11-year-old who asks for help but then resists it. You’ll learn to identify the “gift gone awry” in your child, understand what’s happening beneath the surface, and discover grace-filled approaches to build connection and coach your child toward growth.

Key Takeaways:
  • How to recognize and affirm your child’s gifts—even when they’re showing up in challenging ways
  • Why this is a journey, not a quick fix—and how to stay encouraged along the way
  • Bring a Connected Families Workshop to Your Community – Are you ready to equip and encourage parents in your church, school, or community? Let’s connect! The team of trained presenters offers Connected Families workshops across the U.S. and internationally. Find out more here.

    Mentioned Today:
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    • Laura Zach – Connected Families Parent Coach
    • Connected Families Workshop Speakers 
    • Discipline That Connects With Your Child’s Heart – Book
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