Dear Torie So….my pre-teen just pointed out that every time I have to drive him somewhere, I act annoyed. (which annoyed me). My teenager piggy backed on that saying I’m ALWAYS mad and yelling at her to pick up her things and do her chores. (which irritated me). My partner joined in saying he can’t … Read more…
Help for helicoptering Help for helicoptering Episode #146 – Resisting the Urge to Helicopter Question of the Day: Hi Torie, What do I do when my high schooler won’t ask for help at school and his grades are suffering? My 10th grader has missed a lot of school this year due to various illnesses, most … Read more…
Episode #144 How much involvement is too much when it comes to teenage dating and friendships? Dear Torie, How do I guide my son as he enters and navigates the world of dating and new friendships? We recently started a new school (at age 13) and he is spending his time with a new group … Read more…
Living with constant Criticism Episode #137 – Living with a teen who is constantly criticizing me. Question(s) of the Day: Dear Torie, I understand it’s normal for teenagers to think they know everything and that their parents are old fashioned and out of touch with reality, but living with constant criticism is something I didn’t … Read more…
Are you doing the Back to School Happy Dance! YEAH!! woo-hoo! via GIPHY But oh my what a pain it is to get kids to go to bed at night, so they can be on time for school in the morning. Last spring, I wrote a blog about how to get kids out of bed … Read more…
Embarrassed by my children’s appearance Episode #133 Embarrassed by my children’s appearance Question of the Day: I’m glad this post is anonymous because I’m embarrassed to admit this but I want to get it off my chest and I think you will help me. I’m Embarrassed by my children’s appearance . I look at … Read more…
Do I need boundaries for my nocturnal teen? Boundaries for a teen who won’t get a summer job and sleeps all day. Episode #130 Question of the Day: My college kid is home for the summer and I’m struggling to know what boundaries I should have in place. She’s 19, very responsible, but she sleeps … Read more…