strengthen your relationship with your teen, begin by understanding their true needs and how to properly address them. Taking the time to see the world through their eyes can help you fortify your bonds and reinvigorate family relationships, even during the most unprecedented of times.The idea of “bids” comes from the work of John Gottman, Ph.D., author of Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child(#CommissionsEarned) and other best-selling books.
A bid is an overture from one person to another for affection, attention, and connection. Bids vary widely – an offer to go for a walk, a hug, a request to look at a meme or play a game, or the gift of a freshly-drawn picture can all be bids.
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