My teenage daughter and I used to be close but now every conversation feels like I'm either lecturing her or walking on eggshells, and I can see her pulling away but I don't know how to bridge this gap without compromising my role as her parent. We're both frustrated and missing each other.
More people experience this than they realize.
The developmental necessity of adolescent separation can leave both parent and child grieving their former closeness while struggling to find new ways to remain connected.
“Where Are You with Building emotional safety?”
Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.
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