Case Study
Sarah’s Journey: Reconnecting with Her Teen Through the PAR Wellbeing Program
Background
“Sarah” had it all—or so it seemed. She was a successful entrepreneur, had built a thriving business, and was proud of the life she had created for herself and her family; but behind the success, there was a growing distance between her teenage daughter, “Emma”, and herself. No matter how hard Sarah tried to connect, something always felt off. The conversations were short and strained, and their once close relationship had become almost nonexistent. Sarah was heartbroken, feeling like she was losing touch with Emma during one of the most critical times of her life.
It wasn’t that Sarah didn’t care. She had worked tirelessly to give Emma everything she needed—an excellent education, every opportunity to explore her interests, and a comfortable life. But with the demands of running a business, Sarah found it increasingly difficult to carve out meaningful time for her daughter. Emma, in turn, seemed to withdraw, spending more time in her room or out with friends, and less time with Sarah.
That’s when the PAR Wellbeing Program was recommended to Sarah. PAR Wellbeing is designed for high-achieving women, like Sarah, who were struggling to connect with their teens. Intrigued by the idea of transforming her relationship, she was compelled to begin.
Building Competence—Together
One of the first things that Sarah learned was that Emma needed guidance in navigating her own path as much as she needed material support. The program emphasized the importance of fostering competence in teens, not just academically but in social and future career aspirations as well.
With the program’s guidance, Sarah began having conversations with Emma about her goals, not just pushing her to succeed in school but asking about her dreams for the future. For the first time in a long time, they began talk and really connecting. Sarah realized how much she wanted to be invited into Emma’s world, and she shifted her only focus on outcomes and grades to goals and aspirations. Emma, in turn, started to open up, feeling more supported and understood.
A Relationship Transformed
By the time Sarah completed the PAR Wellbeing Program, she and Emma experienced a transformation in their relationship. The tension and disconnection were replaced by a sense of understanding and closeness. Emma was more confident, and their conversations were richer and more meaningful. Sarah felt like she had her daughter back, and she was so proud of the young woman with whom she could relate and admire.
Sarah’s journey wasn’t always easy, but it was worth every effort. Through the PAR Wellbeing Program, she transformed her relationship with Emma with herself. She learned that even with all of her professional successes, the most valuable achievement was the deep connection she had rebuilt with her daughter.
If you, like Sarah, are feeling the strain of balancing a successful career with the challenge of parenting a teen, the PAR Wellbeing Program is here to help. It’s never too late to reconnect and transform your relationship into one of deep well-being, understanding, and love.
Finding Confidence in Each Other
As they continued through the program, Sarah noticed a shift in Emma’s confidence. The program’s tools helped Sarah encourage her daughter’s self-belief, celebrating small wins instead of waiting for big achievements. Emma started to take more initiative in her own life—she even tried out for the school play, something that she shied away from in the past.
For Sarah, it was a revelation. The more that she showed and expressed her belief in Emma, the more that Emma believed in herself. Their relationship began to flourish in ways that Sarah hadn’t anticipated.
Rebuilding Connection
The real turning point came when they worked on connection. The PAR Wellbeing Program helped Sarah understand that despite her good intentions, Emma had felt emotionally neglected. Sarah had been so busy running her business that she hadn’t made space for the deeper conversations that Emma craved.
Following the program’s suggestions, Sarah created a simple routine where she and Emma spent time together, just the two of them, without distractions. They went for walks, cooked dinner together, and started sharing a journal where they’d write letters back and forth. These small changes made a world of difference. Emma no longer felt like an afterthought in Sarah’s busy life. She felt heard, valued, and loved.
Cultivating Character and Compassion
As they renewed their relationship, Sarah also realized the importance of character and compassion. The program taught her how to guide Emma in developing integrity, helping her navigate the complex moral decisions that come with adolescence. More importantly, it showed them both the value of empathy; that is, learning to see the world through each other’s eyes.
Sarah began modeling this behavior herself, showing Emma that compassion wasn’t just about being kind to others but also about being kind to yourself. She taught Emma how to forgive mistakes, both her own and her mom’s, so that they could move forward together.