Parenting Todays Teens Radio
  • Discuss The Options (7-27-2010)

     

    PODCAST SCRIPT:

    Parents are sometimes so intent on passing along their values and beliefs that they send the wrong message to their teen – one that says, “Your opinion doesn’t matter.”

    One sure way to set up a power struggle with your teen is to make them feel like their opinions are stupid, or that some things cannot discussed with you.

    A more productive way to respond is to ask thoughtful questions and discuss other options. It will teach them to think things through, rather than acting on the first idea that comes to mind.

    Teaching a teen to weigh the options and foresee the results is a valuable tool they’ll use again and again throughout their life.

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    WE’RE COMING TO THE NEW YORK AREA…I will be in the New York area for the first leg of our Turbulence Ahead Tour September 19-26. So far, we are planning a Turbulence Ahead Seminar on September 25 and 26 in Long Island, New York. If you live in the area and would like me to come speak to your church or group, please contact Sam Sheeley in our office at 903.668.2173, or e-mail him at Sam@TurbulenceAhead.org.


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