Most people assume that summer vacation will be a “nice break” from the hustle-and-bustle of life, but with the transitions in our schedules, our kids and our lives it often can become a bit hectic…or a LOT hectic.
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I remember high school graduation as a simple celebration. We were given a cap and gown, waited for our name to be called, and then walked across a stage. Now graduation seems to be fraught with must-do’s and an over-abundance of details.
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I’ll be the first to admit that I’m at a loss as to what high school students should do during their summer break. However, what I do know is how to connect with parents and teens on what their values are and use that information to co-create a path to meet their goals.
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Is there is a connection between talking at and/or telling people and secretiveness? What might happen if we change our orientation to what, we parents, really want (our kids to be successful) while keeping in mind what our kids want (to be seen)?
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Few things incite fear into the hearts of parents with teenagers more than the word “sex.” Yet regardless of parental acceptance, 49% of teens ARE sexually active. And beyond the teen years, this will be a component of relationships in the lives of young adults as well.
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How often do you find yourself frustrated, banging your head against the wall and asking, “Why can’t my kid/tween/teen/young adult just do what I ask them to do… just this once?” What if I told you that instilling a sense of leadership gives young people the power, not only to make one “good” choice, but provides the framework upon which to base all their choices?
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