@destini.ann: In our home, respect isn’t about hierarchy—it’s about mutual respect and understanding. So when my 12-year-old texted me to tell me she was frustrated, I didn’t see it as disrespectful. Instead, I saw it as a moment of growth. She wasn’t just expressing frustration—she was showing emotional intelligence, the kind of communication skills we’ve been working on together for years. 💛 She beautifully articulated 4 of the communication skills I’ve intentionally modeled and taught over the years. 
💬 Big News—-> I started my SubStack 😍🎉 (it’s like newsletter meets blog) 🫶🏾🫶🏾Click the link in my bio to subscribe and read about the 4 Communication Skills I’ve taught her and how you can start teaching and modeling them to promote empowering, assertive communication. It would mean the world to have your support and to share specific and practical advice in a more intimate space❤️