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Why Setting Boundaries Is Important

Parenting is a tough job, and it's essential to establish clear boundaries to teach children responsibility and provide them with an opportunity to learn things on their own. Consistency is the key to success, and having a clear understanding of the expected behavior enables the kids to be within those boundaries without having to guess what and when specific behavior is not acceptable. Worrying about our children's wellbeing never ends, and it is for their benefit that we must set healthy boundaries from an early age. By no means am I saying we shouldn't help them; that's a huge portion of our role as parents. What I'm saying is that we need to let them work through their struggles and, when appropriate, step in to help. This would only benefit them in the long run.