Moving
out? Changing cities? May be you are prepared, but is your teenage ready too?
Not wanting to move is pretty normal. After all, it is leaving behind
everything that has been familiar, and it indeed is going to be difficult.
Don’t make your teenager feel neglected, but be aware of their feelings. It
will help ease the anxiety. You could do the following:
1. Ask questions:
It is a time when teenagers are going through mixed emotions. Amidst their
fear, they also have excitement, but then again they are confused. Ask them
questions, let them ask you too. Tell them why did you decide to move and if
there is an alternative. Give them as much as information as possible. At the
same time, let them speak their heart out, and ou be the patient listener. It
goes a long way.
2. Involve them:
Teenagers have to leave behind their friends, school and a lot of memories. It
is stressful. They may not be completely happy with the idea of moving out, but if you involve them in
the relocation process, it will help
them feel a little more in control of things. You could let them pack their
room, lend a hand with household fixes, etc. Being physically involved in the
move will get them ready mentally.
3. Give them the needed time: Allow
your teenage to take their own time. They need time to say adieu. You could
probably host a party or simply have fun by inviting friends. You can even let
them go out with their best friend for a whole day or may be a picnic. It will
ease the mind and help in being better prepared. Besides, make sure you take
time out to click as many pictures as possible. It definitely will bring back
fond memories of yesteryear.
4. Promise to keep in touch: One
of the major fears of the relocation process is losing out on old friends. It is true that they will leave their
friends behind, but then its not forever. Ensure that they have taken their
mail ids and phone numbers and given theirs too. Technology has brought the
world closer and it is not difficult to chat, share pictures and videos.
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