IMO, it's easy to love the inner child. The child is innocent and innocence is easy to love and nurture.

Now a teen, there are so many facets of a teen. They are rebellious at times, reaching for independence and trying to find themselves. More than anything, a teen needs attention. Maybe the reason the teen is so rebellious and obnoxious is because she is trying to receive the attention she needs so much. When they push you away is when they need you to hold onto them the most.

You may not have to learn to love the teen, but learning acceptance can really help you I think. My teen felt better when I learned to accept her and really look at what made her act the way she did.

Just my ramblings and ideas. I hope they helped in some small way.

Good luck along your journey!

Hugsssss
J