Parenting Todays Teens Radio
  • Taking Stock (2-19-2009)

     

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    You’ve heard that rules without relationship incites rebellion, but these days I find many parents erring on the side of relationship, and from my experience, relationships without rules can incite chaos.

    I don’t know of any family that functions well without rules. So, maybe it’s time to take stock of the rules in your home and get them down on paper. For instance, curfews, chores, expectations for school attendance and grades, their spiritual life, their friends.

    Address issues like respect, honesty and obedience, with clear rules – no lying, no cheating, everyone gets respect.

    Work on the rules and consequences with your teen, coming up with a plan together. You’ll enjoy the exercise and the experience will strengthen your relationship, while at the same time prevent chaos in your home.


    Parenting Todays Teens Radio by Mark Gregston, presented by Heartlight Ministries Foundation

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