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Welcome to the 4Peaks Parents Blog—your go-to resource for navigating the emotional rollercoaster of parenting. Whether you’re dealing with anger outbursts, dating drama, or failure to launch, I’m here to help. These articles are designed to equip you with tools, perspective, and confidence to better support your child—and take care of yourself in the process.
We’ve all done it.
Handed over the tablet to stop a tantrum. Let Netflix auto-play the next show so we could finish dinner. Handed over a phone just to get 10 quiet minutes.
This isn’t about shame. ...
If you’re a parent of a teen or young adult, this question might sound familiar:
“Is my child’s substance use just experimentation… or something more concerning?”
It’s a tricky line to walk—and one ...
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As parents, we’ve all been there—watching our teen’s emotions flare up, and trying to figure out how to handle their anger in a productive way. It can be frustrating, especially when they seem to s...
As a parent of teens, it’s easy to feel like you’re losing connection with your child. You’ve probably noticed that they’re spending more time with friends, more time in their rooms, or even more time...
Parenting a child with ADHD can feel overwhelming at times. If you’re a parent who’s dealt with impulsivity, hyperactivity, or focus challenges, you’ve likely faced moments of frustration, confusion, ...
As parents, we’ve all been there—facing a defiant teenager, enduring tantrums, or dealing with outbursts that seem to come out of nowhere. It’s exhausting. The constant back-and-forth, the emotional t...
If you’ve ever thought,
“I don’t have time for that right now…”
You’re not alone.
That’s what makes Joy McAdams’ message so powerful.
In our recent two-part podcast series, Joy shares how 3 intentiona...
Let’s be real—parenting teens can feel like a constant battle. You lay down a consequence; they ignore it. You raise your voice; they shut down. You try to reason with them, and suddenly, you’re the b...
The Real Reason Your Home Feels Like a War Zone (And How to Fix It)
You tiptoe into the house, bracing for impact. One wrong word, one misinterpreted tone, and BOOM—the explosion. Maybe it's eye roll...
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As we dive into 2025, I want to share a powerful parenting insight from a recent conversation I had while working on the 4 Peaks Parents Program. It’s something I emphasize in the 4 Peaks Parents...
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Let’s be real—parenting in the digital age is overwhelming.
Our kids are growing up in a world we never had to navigate. Social media, smartphones, AI-powered apps, and digital communities are s...
As parents, we all want our kids to grow into confident, resilient adults who can face life’s challenges with strength and grace. But here’s the thing—our kids aren’t just learning from what we tell t...
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