From Seed to Harvest: Finding Peace in The Process of Parenting Teens
09/05/23 • 27 min
Hey Sis! Ever think about parenting teens like you're tending a garden? Well, that's what we're getting into in this episode – 'cause, let's face it, our kids are a bit like flowers. They bloom when they're ready, in their own sweet time.
We're just here to play the gardener, you know? Nurturing, observing, and maybe doing a bit of waiting.
This summer, as I strolled around my yard, checking out how each plant was doing, it hit me how much parenting teens can feel like tending a garden. And guess what? I had to spill the beans (or should I say seeds?) with you.
Come hang out with us as we chat about:
- Your child’s zone: Respecting their own growth timeline.
- Starting at ground level: Embracing those foundational moments.
- How to soften the seed: Creating the right conditions for growth.
- The DANGERS of overwatering: Yep, finding that sweet balance.
- Getting to the roots: Digging into what really matters for your teens.
I'm keeping it laid-back and sharing insights to help you navigate the ups and downs of parenting teens. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick back, and let's chat about growing up together, one seed at a time.
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About Through The Hard:
"Through The Hard" is proudly presented by Pathways to Hope Network—an empathetic non-profit organization committed to providing free support and nurturing a sense of community for parents navigating the challenges of teens in crisis.
Explore Additional Support:
- Delve into our website: Pathways to Hope Network (Subscribe for weekly encouragement)
- Access local and national resources: Pathways Resources
- Read insightful articles on our blog: Pathways Blog
- Find answers to common queries: Pathways FAQ
Connect with Us:
- Join our community on Facebook: Pathways to Hope Network Facebook
- Stay connected on Instagram: Pathways to Hope Network Instagram
- For personalized support, reach out via email: [email protected]
Hey Sis! Ever think about parenting teens like you're tending a garden? Well, that's what we're getting into in this episode – 'cause, let's face it, our kids are a bit like flowers. They bloom when they're ready, in their own sweet time.
We're just here to play the gardener, you know? Nurturing, observing, and maybe doing a bit of waiting.
This summer, as I strolled around my yard, checking out how each plant was doing, it hit me how much parenting teens can feel like tending a garden. And guess what? I had to spill the beans (or should I say seeds?) with you.
Come hang out with us as we chat about:
- Your child’s zone: Respecting their own growth timeline.
- Starting at ground level: Embracing those foundational moments.
- How to soften the seed: Creating the right conditions for growth.
- The DANGERS of overwatering: Yep, finding that sweet balance.
- Getting to the roots: Digging into what really matters for your teens.
I'm keeping it laid-back and sharing insights to help you navigate the ups and downs of parenting teens. So, grab your favorite beverage, kick back, and let's chat about growing up together, one seed at a time.
___________________________________________________________________________
About Through The Hard:
"Through The Hard" is proudly presented by Pathways to Hope Network—an empathetic non-profit organization committed to providing free support and nurturing a sense of community for parents navigating the challenges of teens in crisis.
Explore Additional Support:
- Delve into our website: Pathways to Hope Network (Subscribe for weekly encouragement)
- Access local and national resources: Pathways Resources
- Read insightful articles on our blog: Pathways Blog
- Find answers to common queries: Pathways FAQ
Connect with Us:
- Join our community on Facebook: Pathways to Hope Network Facebook
- Stay connected on Instagram: Pathways to Hope Network Instagram
- For personalized support, reach out via email: [email protected]
Previous Episode
The Learning Curve: Final Stage of Learning to Parent a Teen in Crisis
"As we heal the parts of us that, even in the midst of chaos, need to grieve over the loss of the family we dreamed would be ours, we get better at parenting. We learn to be ok with holding the reins a little looser because holding them tight never seems to bring our child closer. And through this beautiful process of losing and finding, we stumble upon our sweet spot."
In today’s episode, we discuss the 4th and final stage of learning. At this stage, our skills are developing and becoming ingrained in us through repetition. They begin to line up with what feels right to us. Our actions and reactions, even if they don’t always yield the results we hope for, are more incongruent with what’s important to us, and it starts to feel more natural and effortless.
Join us to learn more about....
- Stage 4: Unconscious Competence.
- Parenting and Shepherding - what they have in common.
- The growth required of us.
Links from today's show:
Dr. Russell Barkley: 30 Essential Ideas Every Parent Needs to Know (Parents of ADHD Children)
Skills of a Shepherd by Kim Gooding
___________________________________________________________________________
About Through The Hard:
"Through The Hard" is proudly presented by Pathways to Hope Network—an empathetic non-profit organization committed to providing free support and nurturing a sense of community for parents navigating the challenges of teens in crisis.
Explore Additional Support:
- Delve into our website: Pathways to Hope Network (Subscribe for weekly encouragement)
- Access local and national resources: Pathways Resources
- Read insightful articles on our blog: Pathways Blog
- Find answers to common queries: Pathways FAQ
Connect with Us:
- Join our community on Facebook: Pathways to Hope Network Facebook
- Stay connected on Instagram: Pathways to Hope Network Instagram
- For personalized support, reach out via email: [email protected]
Next Episode
Time to Get the "F" Out: The Journey from Hurt Parent to Healed Parent
"What will you pursue in the middle of this mess that might somehow justify all your suffering?"
In this episode, we are opening our eyes to one of the biggest struggles we experience as parents of teenagers or young adults in crisis. Whether we are dealing with teen behavior issues, addiction, failing grades in high school, manipulation, or isolation, there is a heaviness that creeps in around us with no intention of leaving anytime soon.
Join us as we discuss how we go from hurt parents to healed parents and learn about a unique opportunity coming to you in October 2023!
Timestamps:The challenges of parenting teens in crisis [00:00:02]
Discussion on the difficulties parents face when their teens are in crisis and the importance of a supportive community.
The role of fear in parenting [00:01:26]
Exploration of how fear can dictate our actions as parents and lead to constant stress and anxiety.
The pressure to fix everything and fear of failure [00:02:53]
Discussion on the pressure parents feel to find solutions to their child's problems and the fear of failure that comes with it.
The need for a supportive community [00:15:20]
Emphasizes the importance of having a supportive community to help navigate challenges and overcome fear in parenting.
The upcoming four-week online workshop [00:17:02]
Introducing an upcoming workshop focused on four foundation principles to help parents operate from a place of calm and healing.
Shifting away from control and finding purpose in suffering [00:19:33]
Encouraging listeners to shift their mindset away from control and view their experiences as opportunities for growth and purpose in their lives and the lives of their children.
Register for the 4 Principles for Fighting Fear workshop HERE
___________________________________________________________________________
About Through The Hard:
"Through The Hard" is proudly presented by Pathways to Hope Network—an empathetic non-profit organization committed to providing free support and nurturing a sense of community for parents navigating the challenges of teens in crisis.
Explore Additional Support:
- Delve into our website: Pathways to Hope Network (Subscribe for weekly encouragement)
- Access local and national resources: Pathways Resources
- Read insightful articles on our blog: Pathways Blog
- Find answers to common queries: Pathways FAQ
Connect with Us:
- Join our community on Facebook: Pathways to Hope Network Facebook
- Stay connected on Instagram: Pathways to Hope Network Instagram
- For personalized support, reach out via email: [email protected]
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