As parents, we tend to think we know what’s best for our teens. And guess what? Our teens think in the same way. “If my parents would only do xyz…” In the moment, blaming someone else feels easier than taking responsibility. It’s human but it isn’t helpful.

We want to make the shift from being reactive to being responsive. In today’s episode, Seth and I share small, actionable steps you can take to start taking accountability for your own part.

In this episode on taking accountability for our own part, we discuss:

• What is your part as a parent and what is not?;
• How can we stop blaming the other person and start taking responsibility for our own part?;
• Beth’s experiences from the parent's perspective and Seth’s experiences from the teen’s perspective;
• Step-by-step on how to start taking accountability for your part (in a conflict);
• Red flags to watch out for;
• And more!

If you’d like to connect, you can find me on Instagram (@bethhillmancoaching) or go to my website www.bethhillmancoaching.com. And if you’re interested in working with me, you can learn more about my private coaching here or my group coaching here.

And remember parents, the change begins with us.

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