Be consistent with me, then I can trust your words and actions.

Comfort me when I am scared, hurt or sad. Then I’ll know that I’m okay even when I’m not feeling strong or happy.

Take responsibility for all your feelings and actions. Then I also won’t blame others and I will take responsibility for my life.

Communicate what you feel hurt or frightened about. When you’re angry at me. Then I’ll feel I’m a good person and I’ll learn how to constructively deal with my feelings.

Tell me clearly and specifically what you want. Then I can haer you and I’ll also know how to communicate my needs in a positive way.

Express to me that I’m okay even when my words or behavior may not be. Then I can learn from my mistakes and have high self-esteem.

Balance your life between work and play. Then I can believe that I can grow up, be responsible, and still have fun.

Remember what you wanted when you were my age. Then you’ll better understand my needs and interests.

Understand and accept me. I may be different from you and I’m okay.

Treat me as an individual. Then I’ll know that I can be my unique self.

Hug me and tell me that you care about me. Then I’ll feel lovable and I’ll express caring to others.

Thank you for hearing me. I love you.