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  • Brutal Self-Awareness (2-26-2010)

     

    PODCAST SCRIPT:

    When a teenager’s behavior becomes agitated and upset without reason, it can be because they are thinking about themselves in a new way.

    Younger children generally don’t care what others think; but all of that changes in adolescence. Carefree living can quickly turn into brutal self-awareness.

    When a teenager appears agitated, it may be because they feel rejected or unaccepted by others, or don’t quite know how to fit in.

    Parents can help by remembering their own feelings of insecurity in the teen years and offer loving words of encouragement, affirmation, and empathy to their teen. When appearing angry or down, keep in mind that teenager insecurity may be the cause, not rebellion, so a little grace may what’s needed to help them get through it.


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