Navigating the turbulent teenage years? Feeling frustrated by the shift in your parenting role? Dr. Roger Smith introduces the crucial concept of the "parental shift." Discover why the control you had with your newborn naturally diminishes as they grow, especially into their teens. Learn the key to a smoother family dynamic: transitioning from control to influence. Dr. Smith explains how building a strong relationship based on trust, respect, and communication becomes your most powerful tool. If you're experiencing conflict and resistance with your teenager, you might still be in the control zone. Tune in to understand how to cultivate influence and foster a healthier connection.

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Want to boost your child's self-confidence? Join Dr. Roger Smith on Parenting Matters Now for a quick yet powerful insight. Discover the surprising secret to building genuine self-assurance in your kids: helping them focus on others. Learn how giving children opportunities to assist others, do favors, and volunteer not only benefits those they help but also profoundly increases their own sense of self-worth and competence. Plus, understand the crucial role of your own perception in fostering their confidence. Tune in to learn how lifting others can truly lift your child. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com

Ever look at your child and feel like you're only seeing an unfinished picture? Join Dr. Roger Smith on Parenting Matters Now as he uses a surprising analogy – a reclaimed 3,000-gallon milk tank – to illustrate the ongoing process of raising children. Discover how to look beyond their current imperfections and focus on their potential. Learn the importance of patience, understanding their developmental stage, and nurturing their growth to help them complete their unique story and discover their mission in life. Tune in for insights on how to be the "conditioner" who guides them towards their full capacity. Visit me at: https://rogersmithmd.com/ This has been a production of ThePodcastUpload.com