Boundaries are not what we tell kids not to do; boundaries are what we tell kids we will do. This is such an important …
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Boundaries are not what we tell kids not to do; boundaries are what we tell kids we will do. This is such an important distinction to provide the framework for you to effectively set and hold boundaries with your kids. When you set boundaries, you're saying: *I'm the adult. I'm in charge. I can handle this. You're safe.* That's what creates psychological safety. The hardest part of all this? Your kid probably won't thank you. They won't say, "Wow, I'm so glad you held that boundary and…
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