I never wanted to be controlling like my mother so I let my kids make all their own choices, but now they're teenagers and they seem anxious and lost without any guidance.
More people experience this than they realize.
The rebellion against authoritarian parenting can swing too far toward abdication, leaving children without the security of clear expectations.
“Where Are You with Permissive parenting and its outcomes?”
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.