Encourage problemsolving from "summary" of How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk by Adele Faber,Elaine Mazlish
When teenagers come to us with their problems, it can be tempting to jump in with solutions or advice. However, this approach often leads to frustration and resistance on their part. Instead, we can encourage them to think through their problems and come up with their own solutions. This not only empowers them but also helps them develop important problem-solving skills. One way to encourage problem-solving is to ask open-ended questions that get them thinking about the situation from different angles. For example, we can ask them how they feel about the problem, what they have already tried, and what they think might work. By guiding them through these questions, we can help them brainstorm potential so...
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