How to Use This Book The Talk should be a series of personal conversations with your son, and this book has been written to help you make those conversations most profitable. In that light, it is important from the outset that you understand how this book can best be used.

Here is a simple ten-step process for you to follow:

1. Read this book from cover

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If authentic manhood revolves around three primary responsibilities, then the wise father will train his son to embrace these with enthusiasm: a will to obey (God’s will as revealed in the Scriptures), a work to do (not just in the work of his job, but also the work in his home, church, and community), and a woman to love (his wife). If he is going

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It’s been said that kids spell love T-I-M-E. One of the best ways to keep the lines of communication open is to be a great listener. And, that takes time.

o Learn about your child by being curious about their friends and their interests (without interrogating or judging!).

o Engage with them when they have big emotions and validate their experiences

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