When it comes to giving kids the freedom to make their own choices… are you afraid your children will make mistakes?

Let me ease your mind.  Your kids will mess up.  There’s no doubt about it.

But here’s the good thing.  It’ll give you plenty to talk about.  Use their mistakes as an opportunity to help them make better decisions in the future.  Let the foolish decision be useful!  When your son or daughter blows it, this is your chance to value them and love them even through the pain of their mistakes.  Don’t shame your kids or rescue them from consequences.

Do you think your kids aren’t ready to make their own choices?  Of course they’re not!  But your teen’s mistakes can be excellent teachers!

 

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