01/11/2026
Fruit of self control! Staying calm when your flesh says everything but ♥️
When you stay calm in the face of your teen's sass, rudeness, or eye-rolling disrespect, it’s basically a superpower. Not because it’s easy (it’s not), but because calm sends the powerful message to your teen: I’m in control, and I’m safe to talk to.
Your calm keeps the situation from escalating and turning it into a full-blown power struggle. It models emotional regulation, which is so critical because your example is teaching your teen how to handle and respond - even when emotions run high. Most importantly, it preserves your connection with your teen. (No one ends up winning in a heated argument.) A calm response says, I see your big feelings, but I’m not afraid of them, and I’m not going anywhere.