How do I ask my child for forgiveness?
Even little children are big enough to give forgiveness when you make a mistake so be sure to ask them for it when needed. Download all the parenting tips.
Parenting Questions
Is spending time with my child really valuable?
Time together is never a waste. Download all the parenting tips.
How does overprotection affect a child’s self-perception?
Try to conquer life’s struggles one at a time. Too many goals clouds progress. Download all the parenting tips.
How can avoiding invasive questioning maintain closeness with my teen?
It can be hard not to know what your teen is thinking or feeling. But conducting rapid fire questioning or reading their private correspondence will only lead to greater distancing on their part. Download all the parenting tips.
How can I communicate my feelings effectively to my teen?
Speak to your teen in a way that gives them a better chance of understanding how you feel instead of just talking at them. Download all the parenting tips.
How can I make our home environment more appealing to my teen?
What kind of home environment are you fostering? Would you want to live in your house? Take a step back and try seeing things from your teen’s perspective. Download all the parenting tips.
How can I reduce the use of anger in my parenting approach?
We should not use anger so often that it becomes an expected emotion. Anger rarely gets long term results and often hinders future leadership in the home. Download all the parenting tips.
How can constructive use of frustration improve problem-solving in parenting?
Using frustration constructively to address issues and find solutions models emotional intelligence and problem-solving skills, beneficial for both parent and child. Download all the parenting tips.
Why shouldn’t parents avoid setting limits out of fear of upsetting their teen?
Parents often feel intimidated by their teen and refrain from asking questions. do not try to keep them happy by not setting limits or expectations. Download all the parenting tips.
How can I ensure my teen feels approved, accepted, and validated?
We all need and want approval, acceptance, and validation from others. If you do not provide these gifts for your teen, they will look for it elsewhere. Download all the parenting tips.