Ep #58 - Screens, Respect, and Crisps: A Teen Parenting Tale

Ever found yourself matching your teenager's emotions during an argument, only to realize you've become the teenager and exactly what you're trying to correct? That moment of clarity hit me this weekend during a recent situation with my 13-year-old son over screen time. What began as a simple request to enjoy the beautiful weather outside instead of gaming quickly became a test of boundaries. When my son ignored my countdown and continued playing "just a few more seconds," I faced that pivot...