Relationship First, Rules Second

Parenting Today's Teens

English - February 01, 2024 08:00 - 14 minutes - 12.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 279 ratings
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If you’re relying on authority alone to get through to your teen, you won’t get very far. Kids are more likely to follow rules and accept consequences when they’re rooted in a solid relationship. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd delve into the crucial role of bonding with your teen before exercising your authority. Learn why a strong parent-teen relationship is key, how to establish relevant and beneficial rules and the importance of implementing fair consequences without using love as a bargaining chip — tune in now!

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Parenting Today's Teens is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To find practical and spiritual advice to help you grow into the parent you want to be visit www.ChristianParenting.org