The Words That Work with Teens — and the Ones That Don’t,” Part 2

In Part 2 of The Words That Work with Teens, I continue the powerful conversation on language and emotional shifts every parent needs when raising teenagers.

If Part 1 helped you see the importance of moving from control to connection, this second part will show you how to build lasting understanding through the words you choose and the tone you use.

You’ll learn how to:
Move from reacting to responding when emotions rise
Replace criticism with curiosity to draw your teen closer
Shift from “fixing” to “feeling with” your teen
Use reflective language that helps your teen think, not just obey


These next-level shifts will help you communicate in ways that reach your teen’s independent, thinking brain, not just their defensive one.
Because the right language doesn’t just change behaviour — it transforms relationship.

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