
Show Notes
Prisoners told a researcher the same thing... no boundaries growing up, and they never felt safe.
That's from a book called Raising Boys, written by someone who spent years inside the New Zealand prison system. It changed how I raised my three. Boundaries aren't the opposite of love... they're how a kid feels secure. So yes, I smacked them, I put soap in their mouths, and they tell me now they needed every bit of it.
What you'll get: • Why boundaries make kids feel safe • Discipline it in the moment, not later • Why bullying is learnt at home
Chapters: (00:00) Soap and smacking (01:52) The prison book (04:08) Show them real life (05:46) No phones at night (08:50) Staying consistent (12:00) Where bullies come from (16:14) Teaching resilience (20:44) Don't be their friend
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This is one mum's experience, not professional advice. If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out to a qualified professional or a local support line.
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