Monday, September 12, 2011

Children Learn From Their Mothers And Fathers By Watching

By Ulysses Juniper Xavier


As you may remember, the teenage years are some of the most stressful and challenging times a person can experience. Parenting during this time is not fun because of the emotional stress and bodily changes that your kids are experiencing. Your kids will simply have to experience these changes, and you need to be there with them as they go through it. This is not to say that the teenage years are not full of bright and shiny moments. It is interesting that many adults look back and say their time in high school had some of the best times for them. Many people, however, will think about this time as being one of the worst parts of their lives.

All of us are individuals with our unique personalities and abilities which is why you should observe and learn as much about your own children as possible. It is commonly thought that this is a natural occurrence because we spend so much time watching over our kids. The more you learn about their individual personalities, the more you will be able to assist them throughout their lives. It is a good idea to look for both admirable points and faults they may have. Understanding your kids in such detail enables you to be a better parent, allowing you to be there for them at the right times and say what needs to be said. I can tell you from personal experience that I quit sports during tryouts because I felt like I was not good enough. It's hard to let go of emotions when they feel so traumatic at the time. To avoid as many painful situations as possible, you need to keep an eye on the emotions your child shows when they are participating in anything. First, determine if the child really wants to participate. Don't do all the talking about why they should or shouldn't do the activity. Give your child a chance to give their two cents and then they will be more receptive to your guidance on what to do next. Even though it may not be easy, it's a good idea to show your children how they fit into the big picture with their skills and see if there is another way they can succeed.

Did your parents, or one of them, ever force you to do something as a child that you absolutely could not stand doing? Most children have to do regular chores, like taking out the garbage, or making the bed, but something more is what this is about. Taking piano lessons, or having to try out for a particular sport, is the big thing that can be hard for children.

If your children are not that adept with school subjects, they may become increasingly moody as their stress levels increase and they continue to fail. If your child is falling behind, you should be prepared for them to feel depressed, sad, and a range of other negative emotions. Some kids will tease others that cannot keep up in class, or answer questions that are asked on a regular basis. The best way to handle this from a parent's perspective is to simply be there for your kids if they ask for help. One way you can do this is to sit down and have a talk with them about what is going on and how you can help. Also, be sure to give your child an opportunity to express his or her feelings, and then make clear that help can be obtained.

To take your parenting to the next level, start becoming more active in your child's life, know what is going on with them at school, and be there to help them get through it all. It is essential, when trying to raise your children, to have a positive relationship with them and great communication at all times.

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