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Re: Bringing up boys
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Originally Posted by Brother David
I've never told them anything specific that I can think of. Usually my daughter will settle most of the family scores.
I have mentioned the importance of standing up for yourself and also the importance of not going out of your way to create an offense or to turn an angry situation into a violent one.
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Seems reasonable. I don't want my son to pick fights or bully anyone, but I do want him to defend himself or a defend a friend if the need arises.
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