b"SUCCESS THANKS TO THOSE AROUND YOU Teenagersseemtoneedlessattentionfromtheirparentsthan younger children. Because there are fewer windows of opportunity for parents and teens to get together, parents should do their best to be available when their teen expresses a desire to talk or participate in family activities. Attendingconcerts,games,andothereventswithyourteen communicates caring and lets you learn more about your child and their friends.You should not feel guilty if you're a working parent. It's the many little things you do, like making popcorn, playing cards, window shopping, that the kids will remember.5.Be a good role model: young children learn a lot about how to act by watchingtheirparents.Theyoungertheyare,themoretheyare inspired by you. Before you lash out or explode in front of your child, thinkaboutthis:isthishowyouwantyourchildtobehavewhen angry?Knowthatyouareconstantlybeingwatchedbyyourchildren.For example, children who hit others usually have a pattern of aggression at home.Show the traits you want to see in your children: respect, friendliness, honesty, kindness, tolerance. Adopt a generous behavior. Do things for others without expecting a reward. Express your thanks and give compliments. Above all, treat your children as you expect others to treat you.6.Make, communication, a priority: you can't expect kids to do it just becauseyou,asaparent,sayit.Theywantanddeserve explanations as much as adults.If we don't take the time to explain, children will start to question our values and our motivation, so they will doubt the basis. Parents, who reason with their children allow them to understand and learn without judgment.Clarify your expectations. If there is a problem, describe it, express your feelings, and invite your child to work with you on a solution. Be sure to include consequences. Make suggestions and offer choices. Be open to your child's suggestions as well. Negotiate. Children who participate in decisions are more motivated to implement them. Germain Decelles365"