WEDNESDAY WISDOM

Seventeen Year Olds "Know" Everything

Julia Rocque

Published on: 12/11/2025

Explore the dynamics of parenting teens and the importance of supporting their journey towards independence. Learn how to guide them with questions, patience, and understanding.

Confidence Through Independence

Julia Rocque

Published on: 04/16/2025

Raising independent teens? Discover how letting go, allowing failure, and building self-reliance can nurture confidence and prepare them for adulthood.

What I Learned from Holey Jeans

Julia Rocque

Published on: 10/25/2023

What do holey jeans and family pictures reveal about parenting? Discover how a frustrating moment became a powerful reminder of unconditional love and acceptance through a surprising mindset shift.

The Parable of the Pumpkin Plant

Julia Rocque

Published on: 10/04/2023

What do pumpkins and parenting have in common? More than you'd think—until they don't! Explore the unique cycle of raising teens and why parents must prioritize themselves to thrive beyond their "harvest."