Ten Tips for Teens- Part 2

Here are tips 3 and 4 of my 10 Tips for Teens. Let me know what you think! 

3) Try to understand that your parents might be having a difficult time with you becoming your own person 

Not that they don’t want that for you.. just realize it might be hard for them to be okay with letting you make your own decisions (and your own mistakes!) They have to still adjust, just as you do, to the idea that you are becoming your own person and separating from them. This is the normal progression from childhood to adulthood that often leads to conflict for teens and their parents. 

4) Don’t be so hard on yourself. 

We are all our own worst enemies and beat ourselves up the most. Try to put down the bat and be a bit gentler with yourself. Realize you are human and are learning how to have your own opinion and make your own decisions, because of which  you are bound to make some mistakes along the way. Know that this is okay, that you will then learn from these mistakes and be stronger and more confident afterwards. 

Important Notice: The information presented above is provided for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for consulting a psychologist or other mental health professional to discuss your unique situation.  If you would like to talk with me about it, you may call my office at 914-329-5355.