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Lesson 4: How to Initiate Your Son
CHAPTER 1 REVIEW
If you hope to build a strong and lasting relationship with your son, you will have to change. It is time to begin the transition from the "command-and-order" mode to one of "friend-and-counselor."
The Talk should be seen as more than a single conversation. The over-arching goal of The Talk is that it opens a door to a deep and
Stephen Zollos • Time for the Talk
Love you sons as they are, not as you wish they were. You made mistakes as teen just like I did—and you probably worried about how your father would react. Regardless of how your dad handled your shortcomings, love and accept your son as he is. Never forget that he is a masterpiece in the making.
Surround your son with other good men. Every boy
Bob Bunn • Raising Teenage Boys Into Men: A Dad’s Guide
CHAPTER 5 REVIEW
In most cases The Talk should be initiated when your son age ten or eleven.
When first initiating The Talk don't be surprised if your son's answers are not forthright. For most fathers this will be the first time you have had such a frank discussion with your son.
Your goals for The Talk should include:
• Changing relational gears to
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