34: Parenting Teens: How to Stay Connected Amid Risky Behaviour, Vaping, Phones and the TikTok Lifestyle, with Kirsten Cobabe.

Are you raising teens or tweens?In this episode of Emotionally Intelligent Parenting, join me for a heartfelt conversation with our guest, teen parent coach Kirsten Cobabe. Kirsten emphasizes the power of connection, explaining how having someone who truly sees and supports a teen can help them avoid or escape risky situations. She also shared her own story of navigating a dangerous relationship as a teen.We delve into understanding rebellious and strong-willed teens, the importance of getting curious rather than furious, and why parents mustn't jump to conclusions or punish immediately. (Come on we know that never works, right!!) Kirsten also highlights the value of allowing teens to take safe risks and the critical role of truly listening. "Parents are not supposed to do this alone," she reminds us, as we learn practical strategies for staying connected with our teens amidst the challenges of vaping, smartphones, and the TikTok lifestyle.I know you will take so much away from this chat, even if you're like me and don't yet have teens! We gotta be prepared, right? Enjoy - and follow Kirsten. Links below.Web: https://www.kirstencobabe.com/Insta: @kirstencobabe***If this resonates with you, I'd love to hear from you. Email us at [email protected] and send me your thoughts, feedback or questions!Have you joined my Facebook Group for parents? There are 110,000+ parents in the community! 🎉➡️ www.facebook.com/groups/letsraiseemotionallyintelligentkidsHi! I am an Emotional Intelligence best-selling author, award-winning coach and international speaker. I'm also a paediatric anxiety therapist (and previous speech language pathologist!) and I love helping people use emotional intelligence to become calmer, more connected and live happier lives!Book a consult with me to discuss coaching, support, collaborations or speaking engagements.💡 Head to www.stephaniepinto.comOr stalk me on the socials...Insta: www.instagram.com/emotionally.intelligent.parentFB: fb.com/stephpinto Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.