Teens are difficult enough when they're generally compliant and somewhat motivated. Sounds like some tough love is in order -- will probably be the first time someone has held them to a high standard and had the maturity to consistently deflect their manipulations. Good luck.
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Tobias: You know, Lindsay, as a therapist, I have advised a number of couples to explore an open relationship where the couple remains emotionally committed, but free to explore extra-marital encounters.
Lindsay: Well, did it work for those people?
Tobias: No, it never does. I mean, these people somehow delude themselves into thinking it might, but...but it might work for us.
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