How to Strengthen the Bond Between Dads and Teens
Parenting can be a challenging task for any dad.
A father's words and actions transmit beliefs, values and character to his children.
This is the reason parental influence in shaping and nurturing children is vital to the physical, emotional and spiritual growth of a child.
With all the physical and emotional changes that are happening in kids life, it is hardly surprising that most teenagers have difficulties finding their own identity.
Our sons and daughters are being influenced by factors beyond the household influence that a lot of us parents would normally have supervision over-in fact, kids are often influenced by the constant company they keep.
So it is important for us dads to be attentive and consistent in parenting our teenage son or daughter.
Starting off on the right foot with kids-especially teens-can sometimes seem intimidating.
Building an emotional bond with your teen can start casually by expressing interest spending quality time with them, and following through of course.
By taking opportunities to spend time with your kids you make yourself available to them, which encourages your son or daughter to open up and share their views and thoughts.
Studies show that teenagers who felt a strong bond with their parents are less likely to experience emotional stress, drug dependency, or isolation.
A father's enduring presence is noticed when the children pick up a life lesson or two, which is why it is important for parents to be aware of what values they are actually teaching their kids through their own behavior and choices.
Parents know all too well that children don't follow what you tell them to do so much as do what you do-actions truly speak louder than words.
Opportunities for conversation with children-especially teenagers-can sometimes feel awkward or tricky to a lot of parents, but it's important to take the time out to discuss sensitive issues (like sex, religion, and the dangers of illicit drug use) with them.
By engaging your teen and open communication, a parent can learn more about their son or daughter-what their feelings and fears are, and are thoughts and opinions about matters that affect and interest them.
usually after a long day our thoughts are elsewhere it can be so easy for us parents to zone out when our kids want to be seen, heard, and understood.
They need to know that we are a stable presence in their life.
When we communicate and really listen to our kids, they will seek our advice, comfort, and support when life gets little messy.
Spending time with our kids even in the not-so rosy moments reinforces the parent-teen bond that strengthens family ties and develops into lifelong relationships that can whether the test of time.
Today, there are too many dad's that are more concerned with being a friend to their teen or being liked-than they are about being a good parent.
I think a big part of the bond between a father and his teenage son or daughter is the sense of safety and security, and structuring boundaries and rules is crucial.
Teaching accountability where there are consequences for their actions and behaviors will enhance their maturity level.
Keep an open mind as a parent, and be willing to learn with and from your teenage son or daughter.
We all make mistakes and it's important to realize that our parenting skills will often be tested.
The best legacy every father could ever leave behind in this world is manifested in his children when they, in turn, take on the role of being responsible adults or parents themselves later on.
A father's words and actions transmit beliefs, values and character to his children.
This is the reason parental influence in shaping and nurturing children is vital to the physical, emotional and spiritual growth of a child.
With all the physical and emotional changes that are happening in kids life, it is hardly surprising that most teenagers have difficulties finding their own identity.
Our sons and daughters are being influenced by factors beyond the household influence that a lot of us parents would normally have supervision over-in fact, kids are often influenced by the constant company they keep.
So it is important for us dads to be attentive and consistent in parenting our teenage son or daughter.
Starting off on the right foot with kids-especially teens-can sometimes seem intimidating.
Building an emotional bond with your teen can start casually by expressing interest spending quality time with them, and following through of course.
By taking opportunities to spend time with your kids you make yourself available to them, which encourages your son or daughter to open up and share their views and thoughts.
Studies show that teenagers who felt a strong bond with their parents are less likely to experience emotional stress, drug dependency, or isolation.
A father's enduring presence is noticed when the children pick up a life lesson or two, which is why it is important for parents to be aware of what values they are actually teaching their kids through their own behavior and choices.
Parents know all too well that children don't follow what you tell them to do so much as do what you do-actions truly speak louder than words.
Opportunities for conversation with children-especially teenagers-can sometimes feel awkward or tricky to a lot of parents, but it's important to take the time out to discuss sensitive issues (like sex, religion, and the dangers of illicit drug use) with them.
By engaging your teen and open communication, a parent can learn more about their son or daughter-what their feelings and fears are, and are thoughts and opinions about matters that affect and interest them.
usually after a long day our thoughts are elsewhere it can be so easy for us parents to zone out when our kids want to be seen, heard, and understood.
They need to know that we are a stable presence in their life.
When we communicate and really listen to our kids, they will seek our advice, comfort, and support when life gets little messy.
Spending time with our kids even in the not-so rosy moments reinforces the parent-teen bond that strengthens family ties and develops into lifelong relationships that can whether the test of time.
Today, there are too many dad's that are more concerned with being a friend to their teen or being liked-than they are about being a good parent.
I think a big part of the bond between a father and his teenage son or daughter is the sense of safety and security, and structuring boundaries and rules is crucial.
Teaching accountability where there are consequences for their actions and behaviors will enhance their maturity level.
Keep an open mind as a parent, and be willing to learn with and from your teenage son or daughter.
We all make mistakes and it's important to realize that our parenting skills will often be tested.
The best legacy every father could ever leave behind in this world is manifested in his children when they, in turn, take on the role of being responsible adults or parents themselves later on.
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