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Episode 18: The Secret Recipe for Parenting Teens -- Connection PLUS Boundaries

boundaries connection parenting teens Jun 03, 2025
Teens Who Thrive
Episode 18: The Secret Recipe for Parenting Teens -- Connection PLUS Boundaries
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Do you ever struggle to find that perfect Goldilocks "just right" spot being gentle and empathetic but also being firm? In this episode, we break down one of the biggest myths in parenting teens—the idea that you have to choose between connection and boundaries. Learn why BOTH are essential and how to combine them into a powerful strategy that builds trust, responsibility, and long-term influence.

What You’ll Learn:

  • Why connection alone isn't enough—and how it can lead to permissive parenting
  • The hidden downsides of boundary-only, authoritarian parenting
  • How combining empathy with clear expectations creates trust and real influence
  • Practical steps to enforce limits with love and follow through without shame

 

Takeaway: You don’t have to choose between connection or control. The real magic happens when you blend both.

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