494: Helping Teens Grow Up: Boundaries, Phones & Real-Life Responsibility
Today Karen is tackling your questions about navigating the teenage years, from motivating strong-willed teens to handling independence, changing relationships, and the ever-present “that’s not fair!” Karen shares what worked in her home, including how to stay connected to strong-willed teens, helping boys who are pulling away, and parenting through the ever-changing norms of phones, jobs, and freedom.
Episode Recap:
Episode Recap:
- You can be strict in the teen years and have great relationships with adult kids (4:00)
- Give them a “no, because…” during the teen years (5:54)
- How do I motivate my 15 year old to help out around home? (7:25)
- Help! My 13 yr old thinks he knows everything! (11:37)
- My teenage son is pulling away, I feel sad and rejected (15:35)
- How do you handle keeping things “fair” during the teenage years? (18:40)
- We have to remember our teens are growing up and that’s messy (22:01)
Scripture: James 1:5 (NIV)
“If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.”
Discussion Questions:
- Where do you struggle most in balancing independence and safety with your teen?
- Are you naturally stronger in boundaries or connection? What needs strengthening?
- How does remembering your teen is still maturing affect your responses to them?
- Who supports you during the teen years, and how can you invite more support?
Resources:
- Reach out to https://birdsonawiremoms.com/book-karen-to-speak to have Karen come speak in your community!
- Join our private FB group, BOAW Moms: https://www.facebook.com/groups/BOAWmoms
Creators and Guests
Host
Karen Stubbs
Host of Wire Talk and Founder of Birds on a Wire Moms - a ministry to encourage and equip moms.
