Let's Talk Teens

The difference between control and influence in parenting your teen

Let's Talk Teens

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🎙️ Let’s Talk Teens: The Difference Between Control and Influence in Parenting Your Teen Welcome to another episode of "Let’s Talk Teens!" with certified life coaches, Abbi Winslow and Cheree Murdock — where we help parents navigate the balance between guiding and letting go. In this episode, we’re breaking down a powerful mindset shift—control vs. influence. When it comes to parenting teens, trying to control every choice, behavior, or outcome often leads to resistance and disconnection. But...

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