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Ep 126: Make Awkward Conversations Easier

February 21, 2021 Arguments & Defiance, Connection & Persuasion, Risky Behaviors, Rules & Limits, Sex & Dating, Social Media

Michelle Icard, author of the new book Fourteen Talks by Age Fourteen, joins us to chat about the most important discussions to have with young people these days. We’ll also cover how to make them go smoothly and what parents can do to minimize awkwardness (and arguments) in the process!

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Ep 91: Not Under My Roof!

June 21, 2020 Arguments & Defiance, Connection & Persuasion, Gender Issues, Identity Development, Risky Behaviors, Rules & Limits, Sex & Dating

Amy Schalet, author of Not Under My Roof reveals the cultural underpinnings of teen sexual development. Amy and I discuss how a focus on achievement may leave teens feeling unsuccessful in intimate relationships later in life–and also what parents might try to better prepare their teens for connection.

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