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You may give them an inch, but make no
mistake about it, they'll take a whole mile.
They may rebel, complain, and even say they hate you, but when you're
moving with your teens, you must exhibit the patience and serenity
of a Buddhist monk. Especially if they have to switch schools. Especially
high school! And especially if they have to leave their friends.
Teenagers have had more time to grow and develop an attachment with
their social environment. Expect some moping and acting up early on
and expect it to continue as long as a month after the move.
It'll be easy for you to become irritated and impatient but it is
important that you deal with your child in the best manner possible.
Granted, they may not want to talk to you right away but you should
always let it be known that you're available at any time.
And they'll never be alone. How can they in the age of instant messaging
and wireless phones? They'll be in constant contact with their friends.
These friends, no matter how much you disapprove of their tattoos
and piercings, only want the best for your child. They'll help your
kids cope by constantly reassuring them and dishing out advice. Kids
understand kids the best. True you were once their age, but that was
many, many years ago...
You may balk at this hands-off approach, but chances are, you've raised
your children right.
And here's the kicker: Teens are very resilient.
Parents just have to weather a few storms before the realization hits.
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