Whose side are you on?  I mean, when it comes to family dynamics… are you for your kids?  Or against them?

So, mom and dad, you’ve established rules.  You’ve agreed up on consequences and communicated the expectations to your kids.  Good.  But what have you done recently to communicate that you’re all on the same team?

Sometimes it’s good to give your child something you’ve withheld for a long time.  It’ll show her that you are for her, not against her.  Surprise your child… and she might just surprise you with her response!

Remember… we’re all working toward the same goal— to end up with a well rounded, independent young adult.  That’s how everybody wins!

 

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