Teach your kids about the small things. The big lessons (hard work, loyalty, not gossiping) are hiding under a rock in your backyard.

Because one day, he will bring someone home and call them his darling. Make sure he knows – not just in theory, but in his bones – that the word goes both ways.

If you are a parent searching for the right words, this article is for you. We are going to break down the uncomfortable lessons about “jerky” behavior in wives (or any partner), the art of being a loving “darling” without losing dignity, and the five non-negotiable conversations you must have with your son about relationships.