Parenting Teens - August 17, 2012

Day 1 - Introduction

Our first few sessions help parents recognize their long-term aim and the value of maintaining and building their relationship with their teenager(s).

Question:
The speakers said – parenting is about loving our teenagers effectively. What do you think this kind of love should be like?

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Speaking affirming words is one of the five love languages.

  • the words we speak to our teenagers can stay with them for the rest of their lives
  • tell them of your love and pride in them affirm them (not just when they please you; not just for their achievements)
  • affirm their looks
  • aim at five positive comments for every one negative comment
  • find things for which to praise them
  • loving words build confidence and affect their attitudes
  • loving words can be spoken and written

Which of the five expressions of love do you find hardest to show to your children?