My Kid Has Some New Thoughts About Alcohol. Uh, It’s Putting Me in a Bind.
A parent is grappling with their 14-year-old child's negative views on alcohol while trying to maintain their own moderate drinking habits. The parent seeks advice on how to support their child's beliefs without appearing hypocritical. The response suggests engaging in open conversations to understand the child's perspective better.
- ▪The 14-year-old has started making negative comments about drinking alcohol.
- ▪The parent is supportive of their child's views but is concerned about being perceived as a hypocrite.
- ▪The advice recommends having casual conversations to explore the child's thoughts on alcohol.
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Care and Feeding My Kid Has Some New Thoughts About Alcohol. Uh, It’s Putting Me in a Bind. Advice by Arionne Nettles May 25, 20266:00 AM Photo illustration by Slate. Photo by Getty Images Plus. Copy Link Share Share Comment Copy Link Share Share Comment Care and Feeding is Slate’s parenting advice column. Have a question for Care and Feeding? Submit it here. Dear Care and Feeding, My 14-year-old has started making negative comments about drinking alcohol. These aren’t pointed toward anyone, they’re just general observations. Popular in Advice My New Sister-in-Law Ruined a Family. It’s Time She Grows Up and Takes Some Responsibility. Five Minutes Into Sex, Something Awful Happens to My Wife. I’m Sick of It—but She Won’t See a Doctor.
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