How to Talk to Your Child About Difficult Topics [Part 1]

Whether it’s swearing, sex, racism, or a loved one’s choice, talking about difficult topics is a requirement of parenting. Listen in as Josh and Rachel Keller, MA, LPCC (Connected Families Certified Parent Coaches), join us to share practical ideas for approaching difficult conversations with kids of all ages. In their light-hearted and humorous way, they encourage us to reflect, embrace the awkward, and lead with curious questions. You’ll feel encouraged and equipped for your next tough conversation. And don’t miss next week’s episode, where Josh and Rachel roleplay awkward and challenging conversations. Mentioned in this podcast: * Ep. 174 | Want to Connect with Your Teenager? * Philippians 1:6 * Proverbs 18:2 * Proverbs 18:13 * The Power of Questions online course: Less Arguing. More Wisdom. * Discipline That Connects online course Check out our website for more resources to support your parenting! Every donation, whether big or small, empowers another family to parent with confidence and lead with grace. Make a donation to Connected Families today! Take a second to rate the show or share this episode with a friend. We’re so grateful if you do! Guest Bio: Josh and Rachel are a married duo from Central Minnesota. They have been married for 15 years and have three kids, one dog, a bunny, and a bird. After becoming CF Certified Parent Coaches, they launched The Freedom Center MN, a mental health practice in Willmar, MN. .stk-0jwxflm-inner-blocks{justify-content:center !important}.stk-0jwxflm{background-image:url(https://connectedfamilies.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BW-father-and-daughter-questions-scaled.jpg) !important;padding-top:64px !important;padding-right:64px !important;padding-bottom:64px !important;padding-left:64px !important}.stk-0jwxflm-container{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-0jwxflm-container:before{background-color:#00000080 !important}.stk-0jwxflm .stk-block-hero__content{min-height:500px !important;max-width:80% !important;margin-right:auto !important;margin-left:auto !important}@media screen and (max-width:767px){.stk-0jwxflm .stk-block-hero__content{max-width:100% !important}} .stk-ah7ruz8 .stk-block-heading__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}Less arguing. More wisdom. .stk-td7rxqo .stk-block-text__text{color:#FFFFFF !important}That’s what you get with the Power of Questions online course. .stk-7ftn9cu .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}@media screen and (max-width:1023px){.stk-7ftn9cu .stk-block-heading__text{font-size:50px !important}}$35 .stk-57nu4ia .stk-button{background:var(--theme-palette-color-1,#ee6c4d) !important}.stk-57nu4ia .stk-button:hover:after{background:var(--theme-palett...