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Mon 03/30/20 05:22 PM
Topic: My children are giving me a really tough time
1. Remember that you are the parent.
2. Remain calm in the winds of change.
3. Talk less and listen more.
4. Respect boundaries.
5. They're always watching.
You want your child to be trustworthy, responsible, honest, resilient and good-hearted. Make sure you're modeling those values in your own life. And while you're at it, talk about the walk as you're walking it.
6. Make your expectations clear.
7. Catch your child in the act of doing something right.
8. Be real.
9. Schedule regular unplugged time to enjoy being a family.
10. Lighten up!

Source: http://www.huffpost.com/entry/10-tips-for-improving-parent-teen-relationships_b_6737916

...and remember