Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers
Kids & Family
Blame is one of humanity’s oldest coping mechanisms. When things go wrong, we’re quick to point a finger at someone and declare that it’s their fault–creating war, political division, and heartbreak as a result. Not to mention that half the time we’re pointing the finger at ourselves, which typically only leads to self-loathing and insecurity.
The truth is, blaming someone or something for our issues isn’t going to make them go away. If we really want to confront our problems, heal our traumas and live better we’ve got to stop blaming and start accepting.
This week, we’re talking to Denis Murphy, author of The Blame Game: How to Recover from the World's Oldest Addiction. Denis is a coach and healer who’s worked with companies, families and individuals all over the world. His practices focus on helping people stop blaming themselves or others for misfortune in their life, and instead learn to harness their mental and physical wellness to create the life they want.
In our interview, we’re talking about why parental expectations can lead us to blame kids when things go wrong. We also discuss how suppressing our negative thoughts can cause mental and even physical pain, and break down the importance of self honesty.
Ep 293: Breaking the Stigma of Mental Illness
Ep 292: Why Your Teenager Drives You Crazy
Ep 291: Parenting a "Problem Child"
Ep 290: How to Be an Ally to Your LGBTQ Child
Ep 289: The Art of Detecting Teen B.S.
Ep 288: The Balance of Power in Parent-Teen Relationships
Ep 287: The Science of Raising a Genius
Ep 286: Embracing Self-Compassion in Parenting
Ep 285: Breaking the Cycle of Teen Drama
Ep 284: Understanding Your Tween: The Journey of Growth
Ep 283: Soothe Anxiety with...Food?
Ep 282: The Opportunity Gap - How Schools Perpetuate Inequity
Ep 281: Empowering Teen Girls
Ep 280: The Surprising Power of Hanging Out
Ep 279: "What Were You Thinking?" - Inside the Teenage Brain
Ep 278: The New Faces of Teen Addiction
Ep 277: Understanding Our Kids' Online World
Ep 276: Your Teen's Bullsh*t Brain
Ep. 275: Empowering Teens to Stay Alcohol-Free
Ep 274: Escaping the Villain Role
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