E27: Let's talk about chores, baby!

Confession: I secretly judge parents and caregivers who do not expect their child or teen to help out around the house with regular chores.  I don’t know how many of them are out there, but I certainly know a few personally.  I don’t typically judge others, however, I’m gonna get on my soapbox about this one.Also included in this episode:*my shift in perspective from the dreaded teen years to parenting a teen is fun!*Lane's spot on application of a classic quote from the movie Elf*Lane's household chores over the years*allowance for chores?*how I have motivated him through the years to help out around the house*why chores are a good thing for kids and teens and why I'm secretly judging those who have no expectation for their children*two things I said (and sang) to put a stop to whining, complaining, and begging when he was youngerSHOWNOTES:Chores and ChildrenLove and LogicBrainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Daniel J SiegelTalk to me! Click here to provide feedbackThanks for listening, Beloveds.  Please take care of yourselves; if you don’t do it, who will?   Keep advocating for your child.  And, most importantly, stay tenacious!PODCAST RECOMMENDATION:The TBRI PodcastQUICK VIDEOS TO WATCH:Karyn Purvis Institute of Child DevelopmentBOOK RECOMMENDATION:The A-Z of Therapeutic Parenting Strategies and Solutions by Sarah NaishResources on suicide prevention:Contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline if you are experiencing mental health-related distress or are worried about a loved one who may need crisis support.- Call or text 988- Chat at 988lifeline.org Connect with a trained crisis counselor...