It takes willpower to keep putting one foot in front of the other when faced with challenges. Sometimes, a little help goes a long way! Here are five ways you can help your teen stay the course in school.
Teens who have doubts about or who are struggling in school are less likely to give up if they have someone they can talk to.
Listening includes empathizing with the other person and knowing how to reassure them without judgment. Here are a few important reminders you can share with your child:
In an overall sense, it’s important to have strong communication with your teenager. Read our article to learn how to communicate effectively with your child.
Remember that Rome wasn’t built in a day. If patience isn’t your teen’s strong suit, you’ll be happy to know that it can be learned over time. To help them practise this virtue, encourage them to do the following:
It’s never too early to learn how to stay organized. To help your teen take control of their own education, you can show them how to organize their homework and improve their work methods. Try getting them to do the following:
It’s perfectly normal for teens to feel like life is a rollercoaster. When your teen loses motivation, offer them some encouragement. Here are a few things you can do:
By helping your teen recognize their weaknesses, you’re also helping them understand themselves better. They can then try different strategies to overcome those weaknesses. Here are some examples of ways you can broach this topic:
We have an entire section dedicated to academic perseverance. Check it out!
Rewriting: The Alloprof Parents’ team