It’s a question I get asked a lot!  “Should I tell my teen about the mistakes in my past?”   

You and I made a lot of mistakes when we were growing up.  Some were small and stupid.  Others were bigger than we realized… and even changed the direction of our lives!  So… should we share with our kids some of these secret mishaps?  Or will that simply lead to an excuse for them to repeat the cycle?

Well, in my experience, I’ve found that honesty about the past… in age appropriate ways, of course… actually leads to a stronger relationship.  Kids will know you’re not perfect, and you can share the real regret you feel for some of your poor choices.

I think you’ll find that honesty will go a long way for you and your teen!

 

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