Why don't we see more images of parents hugging their teens?
They don't stop needing us to be available and comforting.
Do they need us less often? Yes. Do they transfer some of their attachment needs to their peers? Yes.
But they meltdown and they feel strong things ALOT.
Help the world, open your arms for your teens with as much compassion and tenderness as you do for your toddlers.
As parents, we want to protect our children from harm, but threats of violence may not be the best way to do so. Instead, we can be a refuge and a barrier for our children, offering comfort and support in times of need.
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In this video, Dr. Laura Markham shares practical tips on how to help kids and parents manage boredom by staying in a place of compassionate teaching, which involves expressing empathy, helping kids notice body sensations, developing the habit of seeing boredom as an unidentified need state, being patient, and teaching kids to discover their own options without collapsing into despair.
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Learn the benefits of playing make believe with your kids, how it helps their brains and your bond with them, and get fun ideas for make believe scenarios to try, including playing wild animals on the way to lunch and defending a castle against stinky underwear, in this insightful video.
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