Idina Menzel Is Learning ‘Not to Take Things Too Personally’ as She Navigates Son Walker’s Teenage Years

Idina Menzel is sharing some relatable mom moments as the parent of a teenager.

On this week’s episode of PEOPLE in 10, the Frozen star, 53, gave an update on her 14-year-old son Walker and how she’s been navigating his teenage years. The star shares Walker with ex Taye Diggs.

“He’s great. He’s a teenager, but he still hugs me once in a while so I’ll take that,” she teases.

“What surprises me is just how mercurial it is, one minute they want nothing to do with you, and the next minute they really show you how much they need you,” she continues. “You really have to be on your toes and be willing to get out of their way and out of your own way and not take things too personally. Know that they feel your love but they also need their space.”