For the one...Who is Longing to Be Seen

Chapters

(03:27) - Navigating Anxiety With Amber Lia

(08:57) - Parental Support for Social Media Transparency 

(13:55) - Navigating Social Media Boundaries for Kids

(22:53) - Building Confidence in Teenagers Through Scripture

(30:52) You Are Seen Book Overview

(33:08) - Overcoming Triggers and Parenting Challenges

Podcast Summary

Join us in this enriching conversation as we welcome author Amber Lia, who, alongside her son Ollie, has penned a powerful new book aimed at addressing the challenges teenagers face today. Amber shares how their collaborative effort serves as a vital resource for parents to better understand their teens' needs to be seen, heard, known, and loved, all through a relationship with God. We share practical ways to incorporate this devotional into daily life, such as reading it during breakfast, and emphasize the importance of fostering authentic relationships with your teens.

Listen in as Amber opens up about her journey from being a high school literature teacher with dreams of writing the great American novel to becoming a non-fiction author with impactful works like "You Are Seen" and "Triggers." Together, we explore the intricacies of parenting and the complexities of guiding children through anxiety and depression. Amber shares how her son Ollie's openness about his struggles and his initiative to reach out through social media were pivotal in shaping their book, highlighting the widespread need for these essential conversations and resources.

In this episode, we also tackle the pressures of social media on mental health, particularly for children and teenagers. We stress the importance of processing emotions healthily and discuss the dangers of comparison on social media. By instilling a strong sense of self-worth in young people, grounded in biblical teachings, and modeling healthy digital behaviors, we aim to equip parents and teens with the tools to navigate these challenges positively. We also highlight the significance of overcoming parenting triggers, managing emotions like anger, and creating systems to minimize chaos, offering a heartfelt reflection on the journey of seeking patience and grace in parenting.

https://amberlia.com/

https://www.instagram.com/walkin.with.ollie/

https://www.instagram.com/therealamberlia/

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