Live by example—your teen is watching.
While not pushing your beliefs and opinions on your teen is something to avoid, living by example is something to pursue. Your kid would probably never be so uncool as to say so, but they’re watching your actions closely. And at least some of the stories and life experiences they share with you (“This guy fudged on his time card…”) will provide opportunities for positive social reference if you’re on the alert. While their daughter stayed home and studied, Karen and her husband went to their church activities that evening as usual. They knew she was observing their faithfulness and commitment, whether she said anything about it or not.
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