Video 6 - Discipline-finding a balance

Too little is not good, too much is not good. Some parents, sensing a loss of control over their teens' behavior, crack down every time their teen steps out of line. Others avoid all conflict for fear their teen will push them away. You don't have to do either of those things. It's about finding a balance between obedience (respect) and freedom.

Teens raised in rigid environments miss out on the chance to develop problem-solving or leadership skills because you're making the decisions for them. Yet too little discipline doesn't help either. Teens and tweens definitely need clear and consistent structure and rules to live by as they start to explore the world outside. Key being clear and consistent. Remember, your influence runs deeper than you may think. Most teens say they want to spend more time with their parents. Remember: Even when it doesn’t show, you provide the solid ground they know they can always come home to.This week see how you can better change the way you see your teen and find ways you can keep making time for him/her throughout these challenging tween and teen years.

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