Have you set high standards for your teen?  Do you want them to grow up to be smart, mature and responsible adults?  Of course you do.

We all want the best for our kids.  And a healthy amount of prodding and preparing are good.  It’s what we’re called to do.  But when moms and dads become more concerned with meeting the standards and lookin’ good to the neighbors… bad things happen.

So don’t give up on helping your teen become the best adult he can be.  But watch what you’re really after.  If it’s just the standard and making yourself look successful… better double check your motives!

Get back to loving the kid in your household …without concerning yourself with your reputation.  Your teen will love you for it.

 

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