The BSU @Bishops 2016

“Strong Mothers, Strong Sons”

A course for mothers of teenage boys

This well-known course by psychologist, Megan de Beyer, returns to Bishops in the 2nd term. Since being launched at Bishops in 2002 it has travelled to every Independent Boys school in SA, several times to San Francisco & the UK where it has inspired thousands of mothers. “A mother wishes to have a connected, meaningful relationship with her teenage son that allows him autonomy, independence and maleness,” says Megan, founder of the course. This course will equip you with tools and information to raise a son in a balanced way. The programme deepens a mother’s understanding of her son and offers advice on how to approach, communicate and deal with this Y generation of boys.

Thecourse presented by Megan de Beyer, runs over 5 weeksand includes lectures, practical tips, discussions, role-plays and time for questions. The topics covered are:

  • Understanding what it means to be a teen… the struggle for identity
  • Mom's role in raising a son… his demand for more freedom
  • Masculinity, gender differences and testosterone…defining a male
  • The impact of parenting… getting in touch with your past and present
  • Communicating with boys… reaching him in his silence
  • Tackling boys’ emotions… your anger and his
  • Sex, drugs, parties and his value system…looking at his social life
  • Good relationships…self, community &the environment

“I benefitted from this programme enormously. It has taken away the fear of parenting a teenager. I have learnt new skills for dealing with my two teen boys and have clarified my role as a mother. Megan’s style and approach makes it easier to understand.” Michaelhouse Mother.“Thank you so much for the wonderful parenting workshop today. I have come away full of knowledge and inspired to look at my parenting from a slightly different perspective. I am so pleased to have attended.” Karen (Jersey,UK) - 2012

Megan de Beyer, MA (Psychology), MSc (Holistic Ecology) is an international Psychologist and group facilitator. She has facilitated many successful and well-subscribed Mothers and Sons courses at most Independent boys’ school in South Africa. Her other courses are: Mothers and Daughters courses and Compassionate Fathering. She has been invited to California and UK; as well as presenting at conferences on parenting. See her articles on parent24.com where she was the teen expert. She is a mother of 2 young men. She has recently extended her studies to include Ecopsycholgy & sustainability leadership.
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