Oct 12, 2021
Cynthia Klein is an Educator, Coach, Speaker, and Author. Through her work, Cynthia helps parents of children from age five to thirty. Cynthia understands how frustrating it is when your teen doesn’t let you in on their day-to-day life. Is it just because your teen is ‘going through a phrase’? No! It’s on you to open the lines of communication and learn how to truly listen to your teen. Cynthia shares how to develop a closer relationship with your child in this week’s episode.
Key Takeaways
Sponsored by:
www.vsac.org
Resources:
Cynthia’s Website: https://www.bridges2understanding.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cynthia.klein.bridges
Free chapter from her book Ally Parenting – You can keep video games from overtaking your family -https://ally-parenting.com/free-chapter
Ally Parenting by Cynthia Klein
Quotes:
“Your teenager can end up feeling defeated because you’re trying to tell them to feel differently.”
“Giving unwanted advice, interrogating, and placating are three major, major communication blocks.”
“Everyday, offer two minutes of silence and listening, and don’t comment later on what they said.”