Hugs after conflict

In times of conflict with a teenager, my goal for every difficult and sometimes heated discussion is this: in the end, I want there to be an opportunity for us to hug one another.¨In an argument with your teen, even if your mind hasn't been changed and even if you still can't agree, you can at least agree to disagree because it was all talked out. You're still in charge, so hopefully that is not in question. But it's important for your teen to know that relationship is important, so try to maintain an attitude of respect in your tone and demeanor ¨In a time of conflict, parents are wise to show their teen that they are as interested in maintaining the relationship as they are in enforcing rules.