It’s not unusual for teenagers to want costly items that don’t fit their family’s budget or values. Sometimes these wishes are driven by personal taste, but often they’re sparked by what peers are wearing or carrying. When teens set their sights on something trendy and expensive, parents can feel squeezed between wanting to honor their child’s wishes and needing to stand by limits and values that make sense for their family. Thankfully, this is one of those moments when being empathic and trying to see things from your teen’s perspective go a long way.
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