Parenting is the most important job we have as adults. For the last two days Dr. Debra and I have written about your teen's self-worth; why it is important and how to nurture it. You have some kind of job you do to earn money or to keep your family together. Whether you are employed outside the home or an at home parent you did some training for the job. You did things to help you prepare to do that job well. If you "fall off the track" at work your boss may send you to someone like me to get you back "on the track". Yesterday I mentioned some things to do to help nurture your teen's sense of self-worth. Sometimes parents find this difficult to do because of a variety of issues. When you find things like this difficult or you tend to shoot from the hip as your style of parenting it could be important to go to see someone to get back on the track.
Sometimes people seem to be resistant to seeking professional help. They will come when the marriage is on the brink of divorce but not soon enough. We cannot change you personality, get inside your head etc. We only know what you tell us. Most therapists are trained to respect the dignity of people. Because of this we are careful to respect your boundaries. If you find it difficult to manage your parenting in the manner we discuss and you think we may have a good idea, don't just see it as a failure. See a professional therapist, psychiatrist, or your minister. We are trained to help you without getting too intrusive.
This is the most important job you have in your life time and you want to give it the attention it deserves. Sherri
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