As parents we ask some important question. A good one is, “Where are my keys?” We also ask obvious questions like, “Who drank all the milk and put the carton back in the fridge?” One that I hear from parents is, “What’s going on with my kid?” We worry because we see changes that we can’t figure out. We want to know what’s going on inside but most of the time we get grunts and maybe an exaggerated sigh. There are signs that things aren’t going well: falling grades, concerning smells, absence of friends, withdrawal, sarcasm, avoidant behaviors, dressing differently.
We swing between being worried they are going crazy and searching for a gang to join to the next minute thinking it’s just immaturity, a phase or normal behavior for “kids nowadays.”
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Posted: February 3, 2017 by Chuck Hagele
What’s Going On With My Kid?
As parents we ask some important question. A good one is, “Where are my keys?” We also ask obvious questions like, “Who drank all the milk and put the carton back in the fridge?” One that I hear from parents is, “What’s going on with my kid?” We worry because we see changes that we can’t figure out. We want to know what’s going on inside but most of the time we get grunts and maybe an exaggerated sigh. There are signs that things aren’t going well: falling grades, concerning smells, absence of friends, withdrawal, sarcasm, avoidant behaviors, dressing differently.
We swing between being worried they are going crazy and searching for a gang to join to the next minute thinking it’s just immaturity, a phase or normal behavior for “kids nowadays.”
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Posted: January 10, 2017 by Chuck Hagele
The Counter Culture Mom: Meet Tina Griffin
Tina Griffin has a ton of energy and is passionate about helping teens. I met her several years ago at a conference and we chatted long enough to know we needed to talk more. The only problem was that she kept getting into deep conversations and as soon as she was done, I was involved in conversations. We exchanged cards and she agreed to record a podcast.
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Posted: December 26, 2016 by Chuck Hagele
Living Forward as a Parent: Interviewing Daniel Harkavy
My guest for this episode is Daniel Harkavy, founder, CEO and executive Coach at Building Champions. Daniel has authored several books including his most recent, “Living Forward: A Proven Plan to Stop Drifting and Get the Life You Want” which he co-wrote with Michael Hyatt.
As you listen to this episode, it will become clear why I was so thrilled to have him as a guest. He has a message that is especially relevant for parents that want to help our kids develop into purposeful, amazing adults. Life planing is a very personal thing for Daniel. This is a personal practice that he now teaches through the team at Building Champions. You’ll hear him say loud and clear…
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