# 98 "The Stories in Our Heads: Parenting Teens with Compassion"

Rewriting the Stories in Our Heads: Parenting Teens with Compassion  Welcome to another episode of WTF, the spinoff series from Parenting Teens Advice Redefined. In this extended Friday episode, your host Cheryl Pinkers dives deep into the stories we tell ourselves and how they impact our parenting. Inspired by the recent conversation with Jay Ado, Cheryl explores how these narratives, often rooted in childhood or influenced by external sources like social media and news, shape our reactions and interactions with our teens. Through relatable examples, Cheryl illustrates how shifting our perspective from reactive storytelling to data-driven responses can transform our parenting approach. Discover how to replace frustration and resentment with curiosity and compassion, fostering a more understanding and supportive relationship with your teen. Join Cheryl as she encourages parents to pause, reflect, and rewrite the stories that no longer serve them. This episode is a must-listen for any parent looking to navigate the challenges of raising teenagers with empathy and clarity.