by Ken Froese | Dec 29, 2023 | Parent Coach
So, what exactly do I mean by “get good with what you’ve got?” To put it plainly, this mindset is not synonymous with attempting to change or fix your teenager. It’s not about molding them into a predetermined image or erasing their unique traits and quirks.... 
by Ken Froese | Dec 6, 2023 | Parent Coach
Parenting a teenager often resembles a rollercoaster ride where you swiftly shift from soaring hope to plunging despair in the blink of an eye. One minute, you are feeling great about yourself and your teenager, and the next, while doing their laundry you stumble upon... 
by Ken Froese | Sep 19, 2023 | Parent Coach
I remember when I was 14, and despite countless warnings from my mom, I couldn’t resist the thrill of riding my bike with no hands, defying gravity and common sense. I also had a peculiar fascination with nunchucks, that martial arts weapon my mom found utterly... 
by Ken Froese | Sep 7, 2023 | Parent Coach
Parents are frequently in search of quick-fix solutions for what are often complex challenges with their teenagers. This is in hopes that they will magically resolve all the behavioural challenges they face when parenting their teen. Parents seek advice from friends,... 
by Ken Froese | Feb 8, 2023 | Parent Coach
It has been well-documented how difficult the teenage years can be, not just for teenagers but for the parents of teenagers. It is a challenging developmental period because teenagers are learning to navigate the physical, cognitive, and social changes that come with...