We all know that boys are very different from girls.  Generally speaking, boys are rougher, louder, and less attentive.  So how can you raise your boy to be a responsible man?  Here are 7 principles for raising sons well.  First, channel their energy.  Rather than try to get rid of your son’s energy, channel it into something productive like sports, arts, or other activities with friends.  Second, protect their eyes and ears.  As a mom, it’s important to protect your son from harmful things like media violence, graphic sexual images, and inappropriate music.  Here’s more on the 7 Principles for Raising Sons.