Your Child Doesn’t Have to Be ‘Fine,’ They Just Need to Be Heard

Every teen says, “I’m fine.” But often, they’re not. It’s a shield. When they don’t feel safe to talk, they shut down—and suffer in silence. Real listening isn’t fixing, it’s hearing. And sometimes, the right support isn’t a parent—it’s a mentor. One calm, trusted adult can make all the difference. Don’t wait for a crisis. Start listening now.