What does it really mean to hold boundaries with compassion, and why do so many parent-teen power struggles miss the mark?

Parenting a teen comes with hard decisions, especially around discipline. Do we let kids face the natural consequences of their actions, or do we step in with structure to guide them? In this episode of the Turning Winds Podcast, host Kevin Zundl is joined by Carl Baisden to explore how parents can strike the right balance between guidance and autonomy.

Together, they unpack how to create a supportive family framework, when natural consequences can be most effective, and when more intentional interventions are needed. They also explore how understanding your teen’s temperament can shift your approach for lasting change.

In this conversation, you'll learn how to:

* Turn conflict into connection
* Create structure that supports, not stifles, autonomy
* Build emotional intelligence and resilience in your teen
* Step back without losing influence
* Redefine failure as part of growth

Whether you're dealing with screen time battles, school stress, or emotional ups and downs, this episode offers practical strategies for building trust, accountability, and emotional growth at home.

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Keywords: teen parenting strategies, parenting without power struggles, Turning Winds Podcast, adolescent therapy, natural vs imposed consequences, emotional development in teens, family therapy tools, teen autonomy, parenting mindset shift, teenage discipline, raising resilient kids, parent-teen relationships, emotional intelligence in parenting, Carl Baisden, Kevin Zundl

To learn more about Turning Winds, visit turningwinds.com or call 800-845-1380.