Aaron Huey, founder of Parenting Teens That Struggle and host of the Beyond Risk and Back podcast brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the table, especially with the release of his new book, "The Four Prime Archetypes: Why We Do What We Do." Aaron's book delves into the fascinating world of personality profiling, breaking down human behavior into four archetypes: the Warrior, the Wizard, the Jester, and the Bard. This framework helps parents understand and support their children by recognizing their innate strengths and tendencies instead of trying to mold children into what we think they should be.

When it comes to power struggles with teenagers, Aaron explains that when parents confront their children's decision-making processes aggressively, it leads to defensive reactions. Instead, he advocates for a more supportive approach, allowing teens to experience the consequences of their actions unless it threatens their life and limb. This helps build trust and encourages teens to develop problem-solving skills of their own.

By managing their own emotions and stress, parents can approach situations with a clear mind and avoid reactive behavior that could escalate conflicts. Aaron shares that there are four key actions parents can take to mitigate risky behaviors. His insights are not only practical, they are deeply compassionate. He encourages parents to be allies to their children, supporting them through their unique journeys and helping them navigate the challenges of adolescence with understanding and empathy.

Make sure to connect with Aaron at parentingteensthatstruggle.com.

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