Common Parental Concerns

It can feel lonely when, as parents, you have concerns. At Dallington, we understand these concerns and are here to address them. Here are some common worries we support our families with.

How will our wealth inadvertently impact our children? What do we need to think about?

How do we avoid entitlement in our children?

When is the right time to include our children in the family meetings and start talking about the family business?

My child seems to be lonely and struggles with relationships, why?

I wish we could just have a calm discussion without it escalating into an argument.

I keep hearing about ADHD / ASD / OCD / Anxiety – what do they all mean?

We had a very different upbringing compared to our children. We're finding it hard to bridge the difference.

We need to start setting some boundaries, but have struggled in the past. Where should we start?

I’m worried about my child's apparent lack of motivation. When I was their age I was working.

How can we prevent substance abuse in our teenage and young adult children?

Common Mentee Concerns

And here are some common concerns expressed by the young adults we work with. Some of these may feel familiar to your children.

What does being a 'rising' or ‘next-gen’ mean? Do I have to join the family business?

My parents have provided me with an amazing life, but I need to discover my own path and identity.

I can’t seem to put my ideas/intentions into action, no matter how I try.

No matter what I do, it's unlikely I’ll never achieve the same level of success as my parents. Why bother?

I feel immense guilt for being born into such privilege. How do I manage this?

People think I'm lazy, but I'm just so overwhelmed by the pressure of coming from such a successful family.

I seem to form unhealthy attachments to people for the wrong reasons. Why?

My parents didn't go to University and they are successful. Why should I go?

People just assume that because my parents are successful, I have it easy.

I'm struggling to make friends. I often feel like I don't belong and it's lonely.

Do you have a different concern?

Approach

Adolescence

“We know how much effort you put into our son’s life. It is so enjoyable to work with such competent and caring people like you.”

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We are with you every step of the way

It is natural through the process of individuation that children want to pull away from their parents, and as deeply as we may love them, at some point we have to let go and trust them to find their own way. This can be a scary thought, especially when you have worked so hard to build your reputation and success, and you want the very best for them.

Our compass points towards harmony

We understand this process well, and are well equipped to support both the family and their children in achieving independence and find more harmony in their relationships together during the transition into adulthood.

Our comprehensive psychological, emotional and practical support gives clear guidance towards deeper connection, understanding and better communication within the family as a whole.

“Dallington are my superpower – I don’t want to share you guys”

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Concerns

Adolescence