The Pros and Cons of Tough Love
by GW Lehtinen Pros: Tough love teaches accountability. It makes a person or persons face the consequences of their choices rather than hiding from reality. It builds resilience. Facing the fire of obstacles and adversity can help someone build a stronger sense of self and maturity. Cons: Tough love can damage relationships. Ultimatums, or not being supportive, can create distrust between people. When it is not applied correctly, the “tough” overshadows the “love” and can unfortunately be seen as bullying, or even verbal abuse. My personal experience has seen both good and bad during my youth. Like a lot of people, I [...]
by GW Lehtinen Pros: Tough love teaches accountability. It makes a person or persons face the consequences of [...]





