“You give terrible advice.”

Parenting teens is a constant balancing act—knowing when to speak and when to stay silent. In this post, I share a raw moment with my high schooler that started with laughter and ended with him storming off after telling me I give “terrible advice.” Sound familiar? This season of motherhood is full of emotional highs and lows, but it's also where deep connection, grace, and growth happen. If you're navigating the tension between guiding and letting go, this one's for you.