Shaun Harvey
Liz Lange
Helping Teens Set Boundaries With Other Adults
Helping Teens Set Boundaries With Other Adults
Helping Teens Set Boundaries With Other Adults
Thursday 21st August 2025
Explore how teens can set boundaries with adults and peers. Learn parenting tips and advocacy skills for healthy communication.
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Author:
Shaun Harvey
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Mindful Recovery
Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindfulness & Technology in Health
Navigating Intimate Relationships
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Episode Overview
- Teach teens to say no confidently.
- Encourage open communication with children.
- Provide opportunities for self-advocacy.
- Recognize peer pressure dynamics.
- Guide teens to set healthy boundaries.
When they want to talk, let them talk. Don't push them away, especially when you're tired. Because you never know what the result is going to be.
In the latest episode of Mental Health Matters, host Liz Lange is joined by guests Jeremiah and Selina Woodruff to explore the crucial topic of helping teens set boundaries with adults. The discussion emphasizes the importance of empowering young people to advocate for themselves and navigate potentially uncomfortable situations with confidence. Jeremiah shares a personal parenting moment that underscores the significance of creating opportunities for connection with children.
He recounts a spontaneous and meaningful conversation with his adult son, highlighting the value of being available for dialogue even when it's inconvenient. This experience serves as a powerful reminder that genuine connection often happens on children's terms, and embracing these moments can strengthen relationships. The conversation shifts to practical strategies for teaching children to set boundaries.
Jeremiah and Selina stress the importance of teaching children to recognize when a situation feels unsafe or inappropriate, such as a coach suggesting an outing alone. They discuss how early education on boundary-setting can prevent future situations where teens might feel pressured by authority figures. Peer interactions provide another venue for practicing boundary-setting. Liz explains that peer pressure is a real challenge, but it also offers opportunities for children to voice their discomfort and advocate for themselves.
Encouraging children to speak up in peer situations can foster self-esteem and independence, equipping them with the skills needed to navigate complex social landscapes. The episode concludes with a preview of next week's topic, staying connected when teens pull away, inviting listeners to engage further with these essential parenting issues and open dialogue opportunities. Overall, this episode offers valuable insights into nurturing teens' ability to set boundaries and communicate effectively with adults and peers alike.