Written by Angela Lacalamita, MA, LCPC
1. Listen to what your children are saying and validate what they are feeling.
2. Acknowledge and praise their positive behaviors.
3. Be encouraging and supportive.
4. Forget your worries for a moment and spend individual time with them.
5. Be consistent when holding them accountable.
6. Appreciate your children’s individuality.
7. Allow them to make some decisions, so that they can learn and grow.
8. Empower them to take a stand against what is wrong.
9. Be realistic with your expectations and don’t expect perfection.
10. Always love them, no matter what.
