SAME Argument Cheat Sheet

SAME Argument Cheat Sheet
 
Does it feel like you and your middle schooler keep having the same argument over and over again, even when the topic changes?
 
The SAME Argument Cheat Sheet helps you stop focusing only on what you're arguing about and start noticing the interaction pattern underneath it.
 
Using the SAME Framework, you'll learn to:
S- Separation: Separate the subject from the interaction.
A- Awareness: Become aware of the familiar cues that signal an argument is beginning.
M- Moves: Notice the moves that keep repeating and consider where you can move differently.
E- Examine: Examine your last three arguments to uncover the pattern you may have been missing.
 
This 2-page printable includes guided reflection prompts, space to examine your last three arguments, a simple pattern-mapping activity, and a weekly challenge to help you become more intentional in those familiar moments of conflict.
 
This isn't about blaming yourself or trying to “fix” your middle schooler. It's about getting curious about what keeps happening between you, because once you can see the pattern, you have somewhere to begin.
 
Perfect for parents who are tired of thinking, “Here we go again…” and are ready for different conversations and a stronger connection.
Format: 2-page printable PDF

Best paired with: Why You Keep Having the Same Argument With Your Teen, Episode 1 of Middle School Mayhem™
Cost: FREE inside the Middle School Mayhem™ Parent Vault