5 Relationships Your Teen Needs to Struggle Through

In this episode of It’s Not About Money, Matt and Charla explore the vital role that struggling through certain relationships plays in the growth of teenagers. They discuss how letting teens navigate challenges on their own helps build resilience and prepares them for adulthood.

Key Points Discussed:

– Friendships: Charla explains the importance of allowing teens to handle conflicts and misunderstandings with friends. Learning to manage these relationships builds skills in communication and boundary-setting. Parents should listen and guide rather than solve the problems.

– Bosses: The hosts talk about how dealing with difficult bosses or job-related issues helps teens develop resilience and problem-solving skills. Instead of intervening, parents should encourage their teens to address concerns directly and manage workplace expectations.

– Coaches: Sports coaches often present challenges such as unfair treatment or criticism. Charla emphasizes that these experiences teach valuable lessons in resilience and respect for authority. Parents should support their teens in addressing issues themselves rather than stepping in.

– Teachers: Navigating relationships with teachers is crucial for developing self-advocacy and negotiation skills. The episode covers how teens can learn to communicate their concerns effectively without parental intervention.

– Money: Charla discusses the significance of allowing teens to manage their finances and experience the consequences of overspending. This practical experience helps them develop a healthy relationship with money and budgeting skills.

Call to Action:

1. Download the Printable Guide: Access the visual guide to support your teen through these relationship challenges, available in the show notes or blog.


2. Join the Discussion: Share your experiences and strategies for helping teens navigate these relationships on our social media channels or blog comments.


3. Review Your Support Strategies: Evaluate and adjust how you support your teen in handling friendships, job-related issues, sports, school interactions, and money management.

Connect With Us:

– Read more about this topic and other discussions on Charla’s blog: [https://beyondpersonalfinance.com/our-blog](https://beyondpersonalfinance.com/our-blog)

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