My professor posed the question, what do you think about when you think of parenting teens?
The girl next to me makes a discouraged grunt.
I wondered why people approach it with such dread. It could be a very rewarding, beautiful experience for both the teen and the parent. I know I am not a parent yet, but a lot of relationships between teens and parents are actually good.
I raised my hand and suggested that during childhood, parents take care of children's needs and then once going through teenage years, they are more developed and can learn and grow together on a more mutual level.
After all, no matter the age, we are all equals, with something special and unique to offer.
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