If you have a teen living at home, you probably remember that day when your child went from thinking you could do no wrong, to thinking you could do no right!

As your child grows, his or her perception of you will change. Your son will begin to point out the flaws in your life. Your daughter will make comments about hypocrisy she sees, and how to fix it.

Oh, man, this is when every parent needs an extra measure of grace! Take what’s true in your child’s statement, and let the rest roll off your back.

Begin seeing your child as a young emerging adult, a thinking, growing, independent person. Continue to treat them with respect. And trust God to grow your son or daughter through this critical stage!

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