Brandon emphasizes the delicate balance between enabling and supporting a child, stressing that allowing kids to experience failure is essential for their growth. He encourages parents to step back from constant interference and let natural consequences teach important life lessons, such as managing schoolwork and developing executive functioning skills. By doing so, children learn accountability and resilience, rather than relying on parents to solve their problems. Brandon also explains that mental health progress is cyclical, not linear, and setbacks like relapses or struggles with harmful behaviors are a natural part of the journey. These challenges don’t erase the growth made during positive cycles but contribute to the healing process. Brandon offers parents a roadmap to build trust and connection while navigating these difficult yet transformative moments.

This audio is from the 'Hope for Parents with Struggling Teens' group, held every Monday night at Inspired Resolutions Counseling in Yorba Linda. All voices of group members have been removed for confidentiality purposes.