10. When your son responds with
maturity and responsibility, then
move him up to the next level.
Expand the limit and expectations
and expect him to meet new
requirements. For instance: “Honey,
I think it’s great that you have a job
now. If you are willing to save your
money, I will match it and help you
buy your first car.”
I encourage you to take advantage of
this time to help your son make a
strong transition to the smoother
waters of responsible adulthood.
Age fifteen is a great time to sail
alongside him through the rough and
tumble waters of adolescence.
Thankfully, he won’t be 15 forever.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Mark
Gregston is an author, national
radio host, and the founder of the
Heartlight Residential Counseling
Center for Struggling Teens.
More teen parenting articles can be
found in his blog at
http://www.markgregston.com.
Hear Mark’s daily 1-minute teen
parenting tips online right now at
www.parentingtodaysteens.org.
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