You’re on Fire, It’s Fine

Effective Strategies for Parenting Teens with Self-Destructive Behaviors

Non-Fiction - Parenting
166 Pages
Reviewed on 10/01/2025
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Reviewed by Pikasho Deka for Readers' Favorite

Troubling behavior among teens can be difficult for any parent to navigate. How do you stop a child from indulging in self-destructive behavior without needing to control every facet of their lives? Author Katie K. May provides the answers in You're on Fire, It's Fine. Katie is a seasoned therapist specializing in counseling for teens with depression, self-harm, and suicidal tendencies. Growing up in a dysfunctional family with divorced parents, Katie had her own issues with depression and self-harm. In this enlightening book, the author encourages parents to practice mindfulness and radical acceptance, thereby creating opportunities for positive change within their home environments. The book also provides a blueprint for parents to follow, helping them guide troubled teens in overcoming impulsive behaviors and navigating the unique challenges teens face in their lives.

For parents with teenage children, You're on Fire, It's Fine is a must-read. This book introduces strategies to assess your teen's safety in crises, address the root causes of their emotional dysregulation, and rebuild the relationship with your child step by step. Furthermore, you will gain valuable insights into managing intense emotions by recognizing your teen's triggers and responses, all while learning to seek out external support and provide validation as a foundation for meaningful change. Using personal anecdotes and examples, Katie K. May has crafted an engaging narrative that is not only informative and educational but also emotionally moving. Regardless of your background, if you're a parent, this book will help you navigate the challenges of raising a teenager. Highly recommended.