Previous generations often emphasized obedience in children as the ideal outcome of parenting. This arose from a hope that children would respond to a parent’s directives, as opposed to having a rebellious attitude.  Ideally, however, at the heart of a child who responds to a parent’s instructions is not blind obedience but rather loving respect. How do we find this balance between obedience and respect?  Is balance even possible, or are these two concepts mutually exclusive?  Most parents...