Did you know that most animals stay with their mom for less than two years? So, why are we are given 18 years with our children?

Because we have a lot to teach and home is a safe space to learn.

In reality, many lessons are better learned the hard way and it takes a lot of restraint not to step in ahead of the lesson to protect.

BUT... shielding your teens from harm can also mean shielding them from learning.

Below, I have 7 Things* you can let your teen fail at that will leave a mark of experience that will grow into a lifetime of wisdom. Enjoy!

_{* Note- You don't have to do them all, simply pick some lessons that would benefit your specific situation.}