“I want to do it MY way!”

Sound familiar? If you're a parent, you've probably heard this more times than you can

count. The desire for independence starts young—and that's a good thing.

“You're not the boss of me!” Sound familiar? 👀 While kids may test boundaries, what they really want is to feel safe and secure — and that starts with knowing a calm, confident adult is in charge. 💪💛

Being “the boss” doesn’t mean being harsh — it means leading with love, setting clear limits, and being the steady anchor your child needs.

Before you correct, connect.
It’s one of the most powerful (and often overlooked) tools in parenting.

In the middle of tantrums, homework battles, and sibling squabbles, it’s easy to jump straight into discipline mode. But without emotional connection, our corrections often miss the mark—and our kids miss the message.