This chapter examines the tensions between parental expectations and the realities of adolescent behavior, particularly the irony of parents' shock at their children's lies. It explores how a nurturing environment and open communication foster honesty, while emphasizing the importance of remaining supportive as teenagers seek their independence. The discussion also addresses contemporary challenges in parenting, including the need for realistic approaches to serious issues like drug use, alongside the nuanced dynamics of raising children with different personalities.
Amanda, Abby, and Glennon take your questions on raising teenagers, managing your child’s (and your own) anxiety, and decision fatigue.
Discover:
-The delicate trapeze of parenting teens and how to create openness so your teens come to you when they’re in trouble;
-Why Glennon believes we should ditch the ‘story’ of our kids; and
-Abby’s take on why the saying, “I’m proud of you,” can be harmful.
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