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The Art of the Disclosure: How to Hold Space When Your Child or Teen Opens Up

When your child or teen finally speaks up about trauma, risky behaviors, or heavy secrets, your natural "parental alarm system" likely goes into overdrive. You might feel a rush of fear, anger, or a desperate need to "fix it" immediately. But in these moments, how you react in the first sixty seconds can change everything about your child’s willingness to stay open. In this episode, we break down the high-stakes "do’s and don’ts" of receiving disclosures. We’ll help you move from a place of reactive panic to becoming a safe, grounded harbor where your child feels heard rather than judged or interrogated. We’ll cover: • The "Pause" Button: Why managing your own physiological response is the single most important step you can take before saying a word. • Do’s and Don’ts: Moving away from "why did you do that?" toward validation and curiosity. • Creating a "Safe Landing": How to hold space for the information without immediately jumping into "fix-it" mode. • Identifying Boundaries: Distinguishing between being a supportive parent and becoming an overwhelmed investigator. Whether your teen is disclosing something small or life-altering, your role as the "container" for their feelings is vital. Join us as we explore how to foster trust through those most vulnerable conversations, ensuring your child knows that no matter what they say, they are not navigating it alone.