Solution to connecting with Teens
Posted: March 4, 2008Teens today are being bombarded with mixed messages. Often, Culture is telling them one thing while their parents are telling them another. As parents, we want to help them through these trying and confusing times. But what is the best way to do it? Author Josh McDowell encourages parents to focus on what he calls three connecting points in our relationship with teenagers.
1. Affirmation.
Let your children know that you understand their struggles. Ask them:” How are you doing today ? What is going on in your world ? ” and then Listen.( before jumping on them and make your own conclusion)
2. Acceptance
Make sure your children know that you love them unconditionally, no matter what. Accept them for who they arem not jow they perform.
3. Appreciation.
Look for ways to express and tell them how proud you are to be their parent. Encourage them by saying: ” You did a great job on that, ” or ” Good Effort! You get it next time.” These connecting points are critical elements to a good relationship with your teens.
