Validate their perspective from "summary" of How to Talk So Teens Will Listen and Listen So Teens Will Talk by Adele Faber,Elaine Mazlish
When we validate our teen's perspective, we are essentially acknowledging their feelings and thoughts as valid and important. It means recognizing their point of view as legitimate, even if we do not agree with it. By doing so, we show them that we respect their thoughts and emotions, which can help strengthen our relationship with them. Validation does not mean we have to give in to everything our teens say or do. It simply involves understanding and accepting their feelings without judgment. This can be incredibly powerful in building trust and fostering open communication with our teens. When they feel heard and understood, they are more likely to listen to our perspective as well. One way to validate our teen's perspective is by actively listening to them. This means giving them our full attention, making eye contact, and ...
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