Are you gaining your independence? Each time you have the opportunity to act independently, do you feel more like an adult? What if you were told that being independent and being “an adult” or being “mature” do not go together?
Traditions take central stage during the Holiday and Christmas season. Our traditions should be fun. But often, they become frustrating habits added to our “to do list” by our parents. Rather than letting this time of year build frustration, step up and own your family traditions.
Once trust is broken, it’s hard to regain. But, you can start building trust in a relationship again with your parents. It’ll take time and won’t be easy, but it’s worth it.
udy and Rich are typical parents who have become distant and argue a lot. Their problems lead to a decision to divorce. Not an uncommon scenario in today’s world.
The voices get louder and louder and you hear the sound of glass breaking. The door to your room is closed and you cover your head with your pillow as you lie on your bed. Fear washes over you as tears begin to flow freely… There is nothing that you did to cause your parents’ drinking.
I’m Jamie, thirteen year old daughter of Judy and Rich Parker. Peter’s my younger brother. I don’t know what happened that night after Mom stormed out, but something definitely changed. Months later, the difference was obvious.
Should we sacrifice independence for our parents’ wishes? Obedience goes hand-in-hand with discipline, so yes!
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