Practical Questions to Grow With My Child
Practical Questions to Grow With My Child
1. Most days I find myself parenting in the present rather than the past or future:
2. Take a minute to reflect on the kind of adolescent or emerging adult your child is and what kind of parenting role you play with them. In the first two columns below, write the name of your kid(s) and which life stage category best fits them. Then in the far right column, jot down your most appropriate parenting role.
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3. After reading this chapter, what information, quote, or story inspired your thinking, or gave you a fresh perspective or something important to think about?
4. What is one way you are encouraged that you are becoming a Growing With parent?
5. What hurdle will you need to overcome in order to be more of a Growing With parent?
6. Think of others you know who embody many of the qualities of a Growing With parent. Jot down three questions you would like to ask them.