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Let me share a scene I’ve witnessed countless times in my practice: A father discovers his 15-year-old daughter posted something questionable on social media. He confronts her. He has facts, screenshots, logic. He’s absolutely, undeniably right. The conversation escalates. His daughter storms off. He wins the argument. He also loses something far more valuable: his […]

The Communication Gap That’s Costing Our Families Everything Every evening, it plays out in millions of homes. A parent asks, “How was school?” The teen mumbles, “Fine,” eyes glued to their phone. The parent tries again. The teen retreats further. Another opportunity for connection, lost. After a long time working with families, I’ve witnessed a