113. An interview with Kathrynne

<p>Last week, while the kids were off of school because of the ice and snow, Jesse and I sat down and interviewed Kathrynne, our 16-year-old.</p> <p>She answered some of your questions that you'd submitted on topics like:</p> <ul> <li>how parents can build stronger relationships with their teens</li> <li>why she feels like she can trust us</li> <li>her honest thoughts on kids and social media</li> <li>how she feels most heard and understood (and what makes her feel like we're not listening/paying attention)</li> <li>what learning to drive has been like, and more!</li> </ul> <p><strong>In This Episode: </strong></p> <p>[00:33] We were snowed in… and then we were iced in!</p> <p>[02:52] Kathrynne is joining us to answer some of your questions.</p> <p>[04:39] How does Kathrynne feel about my active Instagram presence?</p> <p>[05:42] What makes her feel most heard and understood?</p> <p>[07:15] She shares the things we do that make her feel like she isn’t being heard.</p> <p>[09:57] What advice would she give other kids younger than her?</p> <p>[12:01] How can parents try to cultivate trust-filled relationships with their younger children?</p> <p>[14:59] Why parents shouldn’t pre-decide that the teenage years are going to be hard.</p> <p>[17:13] Ways parents can reconnect with teens who seem really distant.</p> <p>[18:44] Things to consider regarding social media during the teenage years.</p> <p>[20:48] Teens want to be able to make their own decisions, especially regarding their time and interests.</p> <p>[27:24] What’s it been like learning how to drive?</p> <h3><strong>Links and Resources:</strong></h3> <ul> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/3qPjfh5" rel= "noopener noreferrer">Love-Centered Parenting</a></li> <li><a href="https://crystalpaine.com/happiermom/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-wpel-link="internal">10-Days to Be a Happier Mom</a></li> <li><a href="https://moneysavingmom.com/hot-deals-list/" data-wpel-link="internal">Sign up for the Hot Deals Email List</a></li> <li><a href="https://moneysavi