Dr Justin Coulson's Happy Families
#1069 - Should You Tidy Your Teen's Room?
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Episode notes
Is tidying a teenage son's bedroom each day teaching outdated gender roles, an enabling act that is setting him up to be an entitled partner? Or is it a demonstration of love, showing care and kindness towards a tired, busy teenager?
Regardless of opinion, Justin and Kylie look at what really matters, with a productive conversation about kids and chores and their contribution around the house.
In this episode:
- Mom tidies teen's room each morning as a kind act of service, prompting a fascinating debate | Upworthy
- Social media - the good, the bad, the ugly
- Gratitude
- Chores, schedules, jobs
- Gendered expectations?
- Division of labour, working together
- Explore, explain, empower
Related links:
- I am Not the Maid – How to get 5 Star Service from the Kids at Home
- My 13-Year-Old Doesn’t Pick up a Single Thing
- Developmental Milestones [Introduction]
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