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Question

I have issues with my 15-year-old teenage daughter regarding modesty, makeup, nails, going out with friends who are not very religious, etc. My mother passed away 8 years ago, and when I was a child, I also did some silly things, but not of this kind and not at this level. She would jokingly say that my daughter would take revenge on me... Not in a bad way, more in jest. My mother was an amazing mom, but she wanted me to understand how she felt when I grew up. I feel like a decree has fallen upon me with the difficulties I have with my daughter, and sometimes I find myself praying to my mother, may she rest in peace, to annul the decree, and with God's help, I will receive joy from my daughter. Should I perhaps really do something? A specific prayer or special blessing?

Answer

Hello and blessings. There is no connection between the words of the mother and the actions of the daughter. Regarding practical guidance, according to the instructions of the Gaon, Rabbi Ovadia Fried, shlita: Love her in any situation and strengthen yourself in studying "Chovot HaLevavot," the Gate of Trust.

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