Communicate With Your Kids

Improve your relationship with your children; make a point of saying the following things to them today:

I love you, no matter what.
Let you children know you love them unconditionally. Emphasise that they do not always need to be good, successful, or smart for you to love them.

I respect you.
Children deserve respect too. You will teach your children a lot about respecting other people’s values and boundaries when you show them respect.

I support your decision.
Be supportive in their decisions, as long as it’s not something that will cause themharm. There are many adults living with resentment and regret because their parents did not support their dreams and goals.

I’m so glad you’re my child.
Tell them what unique qualities you admire. Encourage them to share their skills and talents with you.

I am listening.
Listen without judgement or criticism. You don’t need to understand, relate or like what they are saying. Just listen.

Tell me more.
Be inquisitive in a good way. Show enthusiasm when they are speaking. Be curious about what they are saying, but don’t interrupt.

Thank you.
Show gratitude for the little things, even if it is their responsibility. Thank them when they do something without you asking.