Script: A Hard Conversation with a Parent

A gentle script to open a difficult conversation without blame.

1. 1Open: 'There's something on my mind that I want to share with you.'
2. 2Name the feeling: 'Lately I've felt ____ when ____ happens.'
3. 3Own your part: 'I know I haven't always handled this well either.'
4. 4Ask: 'Can we figure this out together?'