89. 3 Lies Moms Believe About Raising Teenage Boys That Are Hurting the Relationship

Raising Boys Building Men ®/: Reconnect with Your Teenage Son · Jun 29, 2026 · 24m

Have you ever caught yourself thinking:

"I just need to stay on top of him."

"If he's struggling now, he'll always struggle."

"It's my job to make sure he's okay."

If so, you're not alone.

In this episode, I'm sharing three common lies that many moms believe about raising teenage boys. These beliefs come from love, but they often create more arguing, more stress, and less connection.

You'll learn why trying to control your son usually creates more resistance, how fear about his future can keep you parenting from panic, and why taking responsibility for his emotions can actually prevent him…