Helping Your Unmotivated Teen - by Melanie McNally (Paperback)

About the Book

Parents often worry about lack of motivation and procrastination when it comes to their teen. Helping teens set and reach goals--in school, activities, relationships, and their lives--can feel like a never-ending uphill battle. This book helps parents unlock their teen's potential by igniting their curiosity, passion, and creativity; and helping them develop a sense of purpose on their journey to adulthood.

Book Synopsis

No more arguing, punishments, or bribes. Help your child get motivated--and watch them soar!

You're at your wits' end. Again. Your teen is bright, savvy, and capable--and completely unmotivated. Whether it's too much screen time, pandemic-induced resignation, or disillusionment at the state of the world, so many kids recently seem to have lost the passion to create, excel, engage, and do. What you need, for them and you, is a teen expert--a fresh voice to ask the right questions, make powerful suggestions, and offer proven techniques for getting your teen back in the game and focused on a future of fulfillment, success, purpose, and enjoyment.

Melanie McNally is that expert, and she'll help you and your teen conquer whatever's been keeping them down and holding them back. Presented in simple steps, this book breaks down the three major components of motivation:

• Help your teen ignite their creativity and passion
• Work with your teen to increase their endurance and effort
• Encourage your teen to envision and set worthy and attainable milestones

Small changes can have huge impacts--the kind that inspire confidence, a sense of accomplishment, and the desire to keep going, keep doing, and stay the course. If you're looking to motivate your teen and set the stage for success and happiness, this book can help you get started today.

Review Quotes

"As a parent of a young child, I delved into Helping Your Unmotivated Teen seeking insight, and found many helpful tips to understand the complex world of adolescence. With practical advice and heartfelt anecdotes, it equips you to connect with your teens, foster their passions, and help guide them toward purpose. A must-read for parents embarking on the teenage roller coaster!"
--Nicole Cumberbatch, founder of The Motherhood Village, board member of Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies coalition of Broward County, podcaster, and proud mom--Nicole Cumberbatch

"I love a good step-by-step parenting guide, and that's exactly what Melanie McNally provides in Helping Your Unmotivated Teen. First, she helps you understand the essentials behind motivation. Then, she walks you through each step of helping your teen create their own road map to not only define their goals, but also break them down into small steps to make them achievable. Every parent needs this guide for the teen years!"
--Penny Williams, parenting coach for neurodiverse families, and author of Boy Without Instructions--Penny Williams

"McNally cracked the code of parenting with emotional intelligence. She broke down complex psychological concepts into playful, easy-to-digest terms. The formulas discussed in this book optimize teen (and parenting) performance, and illuminate how to make dreams attainable."
--Stacey Willard, PsyD, licensed clinical psychologist; and founder and executive director of Chicago Therapy and Assessment Services in Chicago, IL, and Denver, CO--Stacey Willard, PsyD

"Melanie McNally is a warm, clear-eyed guide for parents struggling with an unmotivated teen. Her book will help you to get back on the same team as your teenage child."
--Tonya Lester, LCSW, psychotherapist; Psychology Today blogger; and author of the upcoming book, Pushback--Tonya Lester, LCSW

"Parents struggling with unmotivated teens, help is here! Helping Your Unmotivated Teen is an easy-to-read, practical guide. Melanie McNally knows where you and your teen are, and shows the path forward with warmth and understanding. Well researched and down to earth, this guide will get you and your teen back on track, with a stronger relationship as well."
--Hunter Clarke-Fields, author of Raising Good Humans, and host of the Mindful Parenting podcast--Hunter Clarke-Fields

"Unlocking the potential of an unmotivated teen can feel daunting and even impossible. In this invaluable guide, Melanie McNally illuminates a path forward with research-backed insights and actionable strategies that empower both parents and teens. A beacon of hope in the often anxiety-provoking journey of raising adolescents, this book is an essential resource for any family seeking to reignite motivation and connection during these challenging years."
--Nicole Beurkens, PhD, licensed clinical psychologist--Nicole Beurkens, PhD

About the Author

Melanie McNally, PsyD, is a licensed clinical psychologist and brain coach who helps adolescents build self-awareness and create authentic goals for a fulfilling future. She is a strong advocate for teen mental health, and has been a panelist at the White House, speaking about youth mental health needs. She is founder of Destination You, where adolescents and their parents can access support through virtual coaching and books. She is author of The Emotionally Intelligent Teen. She also speaks to audiences of all sizes about how to increase emotional intelligence and motivation in teens.