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This Is How I Got Through a Tough Year with My Son

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Hi Reader,

Most of us are now in summer mode, which can be a tough and wonderful time with your teens. Today, I highlighted a few great posts that discuss how we can stay connected with our teens while helping them build resilience. Nothing, and I mean nothing, builds teens' self-confidence like knowing they can take life on and handle basic tasks. My advice: LET THEM! Let them try, let them fail, let them learn how to pick up the pieces again. It is the best gift you can give them.

Stay safe,

Whitney and the PTT Team

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