Coco,

There’s a moment many parents experience during the teen years.

Maybe you've had one like this.

You ask a simple question… and get a one-word answer.

You try to start a conversation… and the door closes.

You offer support… and hear something like,
“That will never work!” or “You don’t get it—you could never understand.”

And suddenly, the child who once told you everything feels impossibly far away.

Moments like these can leave parents feeling a little off balance… wondering how to stay connected as their child is growing more independent.

That’s one of the reasons I’m so excited to be a contributing author to a new collaborative book called
Raising Teens Who Talk to You: A Connected Parenting Approach to Adolescence.

This book brings together voices from therapists, parent coaches, psychologists, and others who care deeply about helping families navigate the teen years with more understanding, trust, and connection.

In my chapter, I talk about something I see in so many families—the illusion of control—and how shifting toward influence can completely transform the relationship between parents and teens.

Because the goal during adolescence isn’t perfect behavior.

It’s protecting the relationship.

The book goes on sale May 6, and for the first 24–48 hours, it will be just $1.99.

I’ll send you the link as soon as it goes live.

I can't wait to share it with you.🩷

Warmly,
Coco