This is a re-airing of episode 35 from May of 2021.
My clients often want help knowing how to handle disrespectful behavior in their teenager.
One thing we know from the scriptures is that the way to have genuine power and influence in someone's life is not through coersion or power struggles. Proving we are stronger and trying to demand respect is not the same thing as teaching or earning genuine respect.
True respect and the right to be an influence in our childrens' lives is gained by "persuasion, by long-suffering, by gentleness and meekness, and by love unfeigned." D&C 121:41
Quote from Elder Ronald A. Rasband: "Remember how the Savior handled tough questions...(and here we can substitute the word teenagers). He remained calm, He showed respect, and He taught truth, but He never forced anyone to live the way He taught."