How To Set Boundaries

Parents are told, “You need to set boundaries for your teenager,” but few people tell you how. These are our six quick guidelines for setting a boundary that will help your teen grow instead of holding them back: (1) tell them something positive about themselves before you tell them a limit, (2) only talk when you’re calm, (3) explain the difference between privileges and rights, (4) be willing to negotiate, (5) practice what you preach, and (6) be willing to enforce consequences. Repeat with every new boundary you need to set to keep your teen safe while  they explore the world.

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