Sometimes the hardest part about stressful times is taking the first step. Create two lists with your top three stressors: One for yourself and one for others. Both matter, but sorting them can help you decide where to begin.
Our culture tends to focus our worth on what we can give to others — especially during the holidays. What is something you are grateful to receive or give that does not have monetary value?
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Most of our poor decisions and behaviors that we wish we could re-do are driven by our feelings. In most cases we are probably reacting from an emotion and not even really thinking!
ODD is one of the most common behavioral disorders among kids. Unfortunately, people exhibiting these behaviors are sometimes mislabeled as "naughty" or "bad," which can be damaging.
Regulate your emotions and then engage in co-regulation with your teen from a place of curiosity and compassion.
