I Work Towards Strengthening My Relationship With My Teenage Children
Like many other parent-teen relationships, my children and I experience our turbulent times. However, I am committed to making our quarrels a part of the past.
I know that my children need my guidance now more than ever. Peer pressure in high school is intense. I want my kids to feel comfortable talking to me about their worries, so I can guide them in the right direction.
I let my kids hang out with their friends. I uphold strong academic requirements in my household. If their grades fall short, so does their social life. I do this because I love them and want them to experience the best life they can live.
School is necessary, but so is fun-time. For this very reason, I treat my kids to a Sunday afternoon “parent-teen” date. On our dates, we grab lunch, head to the theatres and go shopping.
Slowly but surely, I am building a solid relationship with my child.
My children mean the world to me; they are my motivation to push through hardships when I feel like giving up. I understand that in a few short years my babies will be off to college and starting a life of their own. Therefore, I cherish each moment we spend together.
Today, I appreciate my flourishing relationship with my children. Each day is a learning experience, a chance to strengthen our bond, and an opportunity to create a lasting memory.
Self-Reflection Questions:
- Do I allow my children to be themselves, or do I insist on controlling all aspects of their lives?
- Do I make a conscious effort to spend quality time with my kids?
- Have I ever given my children a reason to fear telling me the truth?
Take your answers and turn them into positive, resolute statements that give you concrete goals on which to focus immediately. Be honest, work hard, and watch yourself transform for the better!
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