Talk to your teen about drugs, sex, reckless driving before the moment arrives — dialogue not lecture.

Imagine a safe place you always remember — invoke in crisis.

Organize a monthly meet with neighbors (coffee, breakfast, walk) — builds the "third place" we lost.

Error defined as system problem not person — unlocks honest info without fear.

3 conditions for crucial conversations: high stakes, opposing opinions, strong emotion — use 7 skills to succeed.

A small "innocent" comment wounds an employee. Your job as leader: interrupt immediately, respectfully, without trial.

When teen gets a license, sign a written contract — reduces accidents 50% (CDC).