As our children approach adulthood, they are so desperate to gain and develop their newfound independence – so the last thing they want is parental restrictions being thrust upon them to cramp their style!

BUT – in this fast-paced world – Boundaries are EXACTLY what our children need.

In this episode, I discuss the importance of sticking to your guns and having healthy boundaries for your child to adhere to.

Boundaries are often be greeted by teenagers with repeated objections – but our children do indeed thrive when there are clearly defined parameters to live by (just like motorists adhering to the Highway Code) – without specific rules, family life would be chaotic.

Boundaries bring clarity.

I explain why boundaries need to be child-centered and not an attempt for parents to maintain the upper hand!

Children feel safer with boundaries in place – though teenagers are highly likely to admit to this. Without particular ‘standards’ being put into place, each decision and course of action turns into a negotiable tug-of-war. This just builds resentment as each power struggle escalates.

I talk about what parents can do to ease the friction in the home so that healthy boundaries can be put in place and give way to a calmer atmosphere in the home.

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Supporting Parents Build a Mentally Healthier and

Happier Generation of Young People

If you need to get in touch – Please email me at toolbox@caigraham.com

If Anxiety Levels are running high in your home – then I have a couple of resources for you:

My Anxiety course provides you with support by :

✔️ Recognising the triggers

✔️ Understanding Anxiety – and why we don’t want to get rid of it all together

✔️ Learning couple of techniques to help you stop a panic attack in it’s tracks

✔️How as a parent, you can support your anxious child

📍www.caigraham.com/anxiety

If you or your child are struggling with your emotions at the minute – then I have a great online course that introduces you to 7 different breathing exercises that a can get you out of many sticky situations :

📍www.caigraham.com/breathe