Recovering From Perfectionism
Parenting Today's Teens
06/21/23
•26m
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Many parents spend their child's younger years telling them everything they're doing right but spend their teen years telling them everything they're doing wrong. This correction may come from the best intentions, but for teens, it may feel like you're asking for unattainable perfection. In today's devotional, Mark recalls some personal stories about how seeking perfection burned him out and shares thought-provoking comments from teens who felt like their parents demanded perfection. Don't miss this big topic!
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