In this episode, I break down what respect really looks like during adolescence, why it matters so deeply, and how we can lead our teens with both firmness and dignity.

When teens feel dismissed, talked down to, or controlled, their brains go into defense mode. But when they feel respected, they’re far more likely to stay open, honest, and cooperative even when the conversation is hard.

So often, we fall into the mindset that respect is something our teen has to earn. But the truth is, with teenagers, respect is often the fastest way to rebuild connection and increase influence.

Here’s what we’ll explore:

• Why respect is the foundation of connection and influence
• How subtle disrespect leads to resistance and shutdown
• Why teens are neurologically wired to care about dignity and status
• The “high expectations + high support” approach from researcher David Yeager
• Why collaboration beats control when setting boundaries
• What teens notice most about respect at school and at home
• How modeling respect is the quickest way to receive it back
• Why repair after conflict builds trust faster than perfection
• One of the most respectful parenting shifts: not rushing in to fix, correct, or advise

Free Support for Parents:

Teen Confidence Breakthrough Workshop (Free Live Training)
📅 Tuesday, Feb 24th at 10am Pacific
🔗 youth.guided-passages.com/workshop

Rites of Passage Trips Info Session
📅 Wednesday, March 18th at 6pm Pacific
🔗 youth.guided-passages.com/wilderness

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