Reflection Questions-Getting Along with Parents

What are some things you would like to talk to your parents about but feel you can’t? Why don’t you think you can talk to them about these things? How have you tried? What happened?

Do you think your parents understand the changes you are going through at this age? If not, what could you do to help them understand?

List all the communication barriers you can think of that exist between you and your parents. For each one, think of something you could do differently that might eliminate it or at least make it less troublesome. Write these down. Then, pick the one you think you have the best shot at succeeding with, and try it. Write about the outcome.

What are the benefits of communicating with your parents?

Does the amount of freedom your parents give you change from time to time? What are the factors that influence those changes?

Do you think your parents should give you total freedom, with no limits at all? If not, what should those limits be?

It’s often said that people do what they’re rewarded for doing. Do you ever tell your parents when you think they’re doing a good job of being parents? If so, how do they respond? If not, how are they supposed to know?