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Scenario

How parental protection can interfere with natural consequences

My 18-year-old son was arrested for selling drugs and I bailed him out and hired a lawyer because I don't want his life ruined, but my husband says I'm making it worse.

More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

The impulse to shield our children from the results of their actions can prevent the learning that only comes through experiencing reality.

Your guide for this
Rabia
Rabia works with people navigating exactly this kind of situation.
Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with Permissive parenting and its outcomes?”

Peri

Peri can explain why this happens, help you decide if this is the right situation for you, and point toward the right journey or coach.

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