Name: Is Your Child Rebelling? How to Recognize It and Respond The Rig…
Uploaded: 2026-06-03T10:00:28+00:00
Description: What do you do when your child's behavior is crossing the line from misbehavior to a total rejection of your parental authority? In this episode, Steve and Mary Ale…

What do you do when your child's behavior is crossing the line from misbehavior to a total rejection of your parental authority? In this episode, Steve and Mary Alessi unpack what rebellion really looks like in kids and teens. You'll hear candid stories from their own parenting journey, as they share why every child has a seed of rebellion that must be handled early, with wisdom and love—not fear or anger.

You’ll see how bad behavior often hides deeper issues, from sibling jealousy to struggles with identity, and hear practical strategies for setting loving boundaries that restore, not just punish. Steve and Mary get honest about tattoos, piercings, and cultural pressures, challenging you to look past appearances and connect with what’s happening in your child’s heart.

Get ready to rethink discipline, communication, and why being proactive today sets your family up for a healthier tomorrow.

00:00 Coming up in today's episode
04:24 Parental lessons on stealing
09:00 Understanding child rebellion and guidance
10:24 Understanding children's rebellion
14:25 Addressing rebellious behavior in kids
16:59 Parenting challenges and cultural shifts
19:19 Reflections on parenting challenges
22:35 Parenting and discipline balance
29:18 Sibling arguments and resolution advice
35:57 Teaching children discipline and values
43:00 Discussing personal rebellion with parents
48:20 Dealing with rebellious kids

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Is Your Child Rebelling? How to Recognize It and Respond The Right Way