Parenting Teens - August 30, 2012

Day 14 - Love Language - Affectionate Touch

Parenting Teenagers

Affectionate and appropriate touch is one of the five love languages.

• teenagers can be embarrassed by physical affection yet also long for it • avoid embarrassing them • find appropriate moments and ways to maintain physical contact if they're feeling self conscious

Question:
Which of the five expressions of love do you find easiest to show to your children?

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Home is a place for fun!

  • As parents we may need to lighten up
  • Teenagers want to be where the fun is
  • Can they bring friends home? Consider creating some teenager-friendly space in your house
  • Have relaxed family meal times
  • Laugh together
  • The value of family vacations

What changes would you like to make to your family’s home life, to make sure you can have fun together?