2.) 1- Don't jump straight into a lecture, it's the easiest way to get your kid to shut down. 2- Don't yell 3-Put yourself in their position before getting upset.
5.) I don't think it's a matter of age. I think it's based on maturity. Dating is meant as a way to prepare you for marriage and see if you even like the person enough to spend the rest of your life with them. I think it's whenever you feel ready. You can wear a thong at 18. Fall in love whenever you're actually in love.
10.) Families can be involved but they shouldn't be so pushy, forcing them to go on dates with people they barely know. I feel the same way for myself.
13.) I don't know that they are more interesting but they normally have really cool stories and experiences.
18.) I know I'm in Tennessee because you're the only ten I see.
You're right...people generally shut down when faced with a lecture--adults and kids alike.
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