Take Teens Seriously
Teens intimidate us.
- What if all they want to do is play video games or watch TV?
- What if they’re interests seem more like entertainment and less like actual schooling or learning?
- How can we ensure that our kids will grow up to be responsible adults when they seem so irresponsible between the ages of 12 and 18 ?
Even when their interests seem dumb or uninteresting to us, following a teen’s passions or interests or curiosity will lead to learning. Teens need to know that the stuff they love has value for the adult lives they will eventually get to lead!
Our job is to show them that the adulthood waiting for them is more interesting than merely paying bills and doing housework faithfully. Trust the process!
Take a teen interest that unnerves you and find the value in it.
Watch my Instagram reel to learn more.
Also my book RAISING CRITICAL THINKERS can help!
