Talking To Teens: Expert Tips for Parenting Teenagers
Kids & Family
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We’re all familiar with the term “boys will be boys.” It’s often used when guys are physical, detached, aggressive, and violent. making it seem as though these behaviors are the norm. Much of society acts as though these traditionally “masculine” tendencies are simply intrinsic to male DNA...which can make us feel like there’s nothing we can do when our sons get into trouble for it.
But what if there was a way we could talk to our boys to help them realize that this behavior is not the only option? What if we could show them that, by slowing down and thinking about the situation at hand, they may find it wiser to simply keep the peace instead of causing a ruckus? This week, we’re revealing how you can sit down with your son and prevent all the brawling before it starts, or get through to a teen boy who’s masculinity might need a makeover.
Our guest is Andrew Reiner, author of Better Boys, Better Men: The New Masculinity That Creates Greater Courage and Emotional Resiliency. Andrew is a professor at Towson University, where he teaches a seminar entitled “The Changing Face of Masculinity.” His work has been featured in the New York Times, the Washington Post, NPR and more. He speaks at schools and conferences around the globe...but today he’s sitting down to speak with us!
Andrew and I are discussing why it is that boys are compelled to react with violence or aggression when triggered. We’re also diving deep into the importance of vulnerability, and how we can help our sons accumulate a supportive community where they can express their emotions without fear.
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Ep 131: Emotionally Resilient Boys
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Ep 128: Persuade Your Teen With Story
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Ep 126: Making Awkward Conversations Easier
Ep 125: What To Do With a Negative Teen
Ep 124: The Upside of Rude Teens
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Ep 122: Why Teens Rage and What To Do About It
Ep 121: How to Transform Troublesome Boys
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Ep 118: Lying, Stealing, and Power Struggles
Ep 117: The Warrior Challenge For Kinder, More Courageous Teens
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