Relationship First, Rules Second

If you’re relying on authority alone to get through to your teen, you won’t get very far. Kids are more likely to follow rules and accept consequences when they’re rooted in a solid relationship. In today’s episode, Mark Gregston and Wayne Shepherd delve into the crucial role of bonding with your teen before exercising your authority. Learn why a strong parent-teen relationship is key, how to establish relevant and beneficial rules and the importance of implementing fair consequences without using love as a bargaining chip — tune in now!

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