Black and white thinking is typically a less evolved way of thinking and seeing the world. How would that look in parenting? One way to recognize black… Read more “Black and White Parenting”
Author: Steve Williams
Greetings! I love working with teenagers and their parents and I've been doing it for over 15 years. I do not have all he answers, but I have a lot of experience and study to benefit you.
Interpreting Adult
It’s always helpful to be realistic with yourself about your weaknesses and shortcomings, and here I will address one shortcoming almost all teens experience: accurately interpreting adult… Read more “Interpreting Adult”
Courage to Face Emotions
Is Generation Z as emotionally handicapped as people say? There’s certainly a lot of evidence that suggests it. And at the same time a question like that… Read more “Courage to Face Emotions”
Music
I LOVE music….soo much! There’s nothing like getting in my car and striking up my favorite playlist or sitting on my porch and rocking away to a… Read more “Music”
Keeping Their Guard Down
When you feel you are being attacked, what is the natural thing to do? Get defensive! Everyone gets defensive if they feel someone is coming at them… Read more “Keeping Their Guard Down”
Beyond Prejudice
Did you know there is no such thing a white race, a black race, an asian race, etc? There is really one race – the human race.… Read more “Beyond Prejudice”
Parenting Skill: Trying different approaches as your child grows
One size does not fit all in parenting. What worked for your daughter might be a disaster for your son. What worked for your oldest might set… Read more “Parenting Skill: Trying different approaches as your child grows”
Sick as Our Secrets
There’s an old but still popular saying: We are as sick as our secrets. This is true the vast majority of the time. A 16 year old… Read more “Sick as Our Secrets”
Resisting Polarization
Be extreme! While extremity is good advice in some circumstances and in right ways, extremity is catastrophic if constant and universal. When it comes to our beliefs,… Read more “Resisting Polarization”
drama addiction
Can we be addicted to drama in our lives? I feel certain that we can and that many people are. Some people only feel significant when they… Read more “drama addiction”
