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Stormy Seas
Navigating Conflict with Tweens and Teens
OVERVIEW
Parenting tweens and teens isn't easy. Emotions run high, boundaries are tested, and communication can feel like navigating a storm. Stormy Seas is your lifeline in these turbulent moments—a clear, calm voice offering tools, hope, and direction. Written by veteran educator and certified parenting coach Joe Kelly, this book equips adults to guide young people through conflict with confidence, empathy, and skill.
What You'll Learn Inside
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How to calm the emotional storm before it turns into conflict
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Why tweens and teens push boundaries-and how to respond without escalating
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Tools to set healthy limits and hold them with consistency and compassion
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How to de-escalate conflict in the heat of the moment
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Scripts and real-life examples to help you communicate effectively-even when emotions are high
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A conflict resolution model that builds connection, trust, and growth on both sides
Who This Book is For
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Parents struggling with defiance, disrespect, or emotional outbursts
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​Educators seeking trauma-informed and effective ways to handle student conflict
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Coaches and youth leaders wanting to guide teens with emotional intelligence
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Anyone who believes connection matters more than control-and wants practical tools to lead with calm and strength
A MESSAGE FROM THE AUTHOR
"Conflict doesn't have to damage your relationship. When handled with empathy and skill, it can be the very thing that strengthens it. Stormy Seas gives you the tools to navigate tough moments with grace-and to help the young people in your life emerge stronger on the other side."
- Joe Kelly, MAEd, MEd, Certified Master Life Coach
Key Elements in Stormy Seas:
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Understanding Tween and Teen Development: Insight into emotional, social, cognitive, and physical changes.
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Effective Communication Techniques: Learn strategies for open, respectful, and productive conversations.
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Conflict Resolution Skills: Practical methods to manage and resolve disputes calmly and constructively.
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Setting Boundaries and Consistent Discipline: How to establish clear, fair expectations that foster responsibility.
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Emotional Regulation Strategies: Tools for parents and teens to handle strong emotions and avoid escalation.
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Building Empathy and Trust: Techniques to enhance mutual understanding and strengthen relationships.
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Practical Role-Play Scenarios: Real-world examples to practice and master new skills.
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Proven Tips for Problem-Solving: Collaborative approaches to overcoming common tween and teen challenges.
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Navigating Sensitive Topics: Guidance for discussing complex subjects like peer pressure, social media, and relationships.
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Support Resources and Next Steps: Direction on accessing further professional support and guidance.