Parenting consistency

The one thing parents say they would have done differently is to be more consistent.

It is common for parents to realize too late that their own inconsistency is leading their teen to a place they really didn’t want to go. They thought they were being loving parents, but they failed to consider that teens need and actually want structure. In fact, most thrive when clear boundaries are in place, because it is the one anchor in their otherwise turbulent life.

So, as you walk along side your teen, be sure they know you’ll not fail to consistently stand in front of them when they start down the wrong path. It is the most loving thing you can do.