PARENTS: Is your playbook outdated? Discover how questions—not commands—empower your teen athlete. You’ve worked hard to give your teen every opportunity for success—but is your parenting actually helping them thrive or holding them back? In today’s episode, we dive into why shifting from advice-giver to question-asker could be the most powerful move you make.

Timestamps

00:00 Shifting from Parenting to Coaching

02:52 Relationship Building is Where It's At!

04:25 Understanding the Role of Expectations

07:27 The Power of Questions in Parenting

Takeaways

-Realizing the old parenting playbook isn't effective is crucial.

-The relationship with teens is paramount for effective parenting.

-Understanding expectations can alleviate pressure on teens.

-All progress starts with the truth in relationships.

-Asking questions fosters autonomy in teens.

-Communication should shift from advice-giving to inquiry.

-Empowering teens through questions is essential for their development.

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