In this inaugural article, Jodi West shares a personal story about her 7-year-old son, who recently went through a phase of testing boundaries and pushing limits. With humor and humility, Jodi recounts the chaos that ensued and the lessons she learned along the way.
Jodi took a breath, clutching her coffee mug like a shield. For months, "out of control" had become their baseline. Grades were slipping, curfews were suggestions, and every conversation felt like stepping on a landmine.
The first step towards finding a solution is recognizing the signs that your child might be out of control. These can include: