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Hope For Parents With Struggling TeensAuthor: Brandon Joffe, LCSW
Youve read the books, followed the advice, and poured your heart into parenting, but your teen still struggles. Whether you're facing defiance, emotional shutdowns, anxiety, depression, or just feeling completely out of answers, you are not alone and you are not failing. This podcast is your lifeline: real talk, expert insights, and practical tools that actually work. Join us each week for hope, direction, and a reminder that you can rebuild connection, influence, and peace in your home one step at a time. Language: en-us Genres: Education, Health & Fitness, Mental Health, Self-Improvement Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it |
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What is a Loving Response?
Thursday, 23 October, 2025
Send us a textSummaryIn this conversation, Brandon Joffe, LCSW, discusses the concept of a 'loving parent response' and how it can be applied in various challenging parenting situations. He emphasizes the importance of maintaining healthy boundaries, responding to children's frustrations with love rather than anger, and the distinction between loving and enabling responses. Through real-life examples, he illustrates how parents can navigate difficult emotions and foster healthier family dynamics.TakeawaysA loving response as a parent is essential for healthy relationships.Walking alongside your child during their pain is crucial.Frustration can lead to unproductive responses; mindfulness is key.Healthy boundaries help maintain peace in the family.Planting loving seeds takes time and patience.Responding with love doesn't always mean immediate change.In unsafe situations, prioritize safety while expressing love.Enabling behaviors can mask as loving responses but are harmful.It's important to discern between loving and enabling responses.Waiting for the right moment to respond can lead to better outcomes.For resources, parent groups, and support, visit www.inspiredresolutionscounseling.com Disclaimer: This podcast is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional mental health services.
