Marcus Higgs on Navigating Parent-Child Bonds Across Generations

How can parents keep the lines of communication open when their preteens start to withdraw and seek independence? In this episode of the Find Your Leadership Confidence Podcast, host Vicki Noethling sits down with Marcus Higgs of Certain Future to explore the pivotal preteen years, often marked by emotional turbulence and self-discovery. Marcus introduces his transformative SHOW UP Framework, designed to help parents confidently navigate this critical stage of their child’s development. From fostering resilience and self-esteem to maintaining trust during difficult conversations, Marcus shares actionable strategies to build meaningful connections with preteens. Discover how to identify early signs of deeper issues, model healthy conflict resolution, and support your child’s authentic self while setting boundaries with compassion.

Keywords: preteen parenting, communication strategies, parent-child connection, resilience in kids, SHOW UP Framework, teenage emotional health.

Listeners can reach out to Marcus directly through his profile and connect with him on a personal level. They can learn how he can support them as they navigate their own personal growth and development journey alongside their preteen.

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Website: https://marcushiggs.com/

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Marcus works with Certain Future to support parents of preteens (10-14 years old) so they can show up and maintain a meaningful relationship with their child during these 'identity breaking' years. We work with parents who want to be present with their son/daughter before it's too late to bridge the gap. Using 'The SHOW UP Framework', parents benefit when working with us because: 🔴 They’re confident in their communication when their tween starts having big emotions. 🔴 They know how to be present when their preteen starts to withdraw, so their child continues to trust them and naturally opens up difficult conversations. 🔴 They know how to support their child in ways to develop self-belief and resilience.