Every Move You Make, I’ll Be Watching You: Why Modeling is Your Parenting Secret Weapon

Today, we’re talking about modeling, and we don’t mean striking poses on the catwalk! Whether we intend to or not, we all end up looking to our parents as role models. In this episode, we explore the vital role of parent modeling in helping teens develop essential life skills. From effective communication and stress management to embracing new challenges, demonstrating the value of hard work, showcasing healthy relationships, and more, we reveal how you can lead by example rather than nagging or seeking to control your teens’ behavior. Get ready for a fun and insightful conversation full of practical tips to empower you to be the role model your teens need as they navigate these formative (and occasionally maddening) years!

Key Points From This Episode:

• [0:00:00] Introducing the theme of today’s episode: parent modeling.
• [0:02:57] Reasons that modeling behavior can be surprisingly challenging.
• [0:04:58] How we all look to our parents as role models, whether we intend to or not!
• [0:06:25] What it might look like to take inventory of your own behavior.
• [0:08:08] The value of cultivating self-awareness and practicing self-compassion.
• [0:14:33] A handy list of important behaviors to model for your teens.
• [0:17:43] Ways that modeling can also be what you don’t do.
• [0:21:23] Modeling interpersonal skills by showcasing healthy relationships.
• [0:25:25] The benefits of mental health support for both parents and kids.
• [0:29:10] How your mistakes can be just as meaningful as your successes.
• [0:31:23] Why we’re on a mission to become famous (and how you can help)!

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode:

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