5 Ways to Tame Peer Pressure

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One of the most effective methods of dealing with peer pressure is by strengthening your

family life.

Improving the following 5 things can go a long ways towards keeping your child's heart

listening to yours.

Tip 1: Notice Your Child Everyday

Your hair looks great!

You remembered to do your math.

I love it when you pick up the towels.

You were kind to John.

I need another hug today.

Mrs. Smith told me you were a big help at the party.

What can you add to our dinner?

Tip 2: Walk In Their World What's their favorite music?

Watch movies with them – always.

Show them how to surf online safely and why.

Let them plan a day together.

Attend school activities as much as possible.

Volunteer to help their sports team, youth group, in the classroom.

Practice music, sports, etc. together.

Tip 3: Walk In Your World

Read books together.

Talk about current events.

Discuss a family value – everyday.

Do chores as a family team.

Share a hobby together.

Teach how to do a budget.

Menu plan and cook together.

Read the newspaper together at dinner.

Worship as a family.

Tip 4: Invite Their Friends Over

Play board games together.

Make homemade pizza.

Include a friend in weekend outings.

Lead discussion groups for their friends such as Bible Studies and book clubs.

Charades and Twister are always big hits.

Engage their friends in conversation and listen.

Tip 5: Create a Must-Have Family Environment

“We are the ______” (insert your family's name).

“We take care of each other everyday.”

“We laugh a lot...don't smoke...” list your family values.

Put family priorities before individual priorities.

Schedule a weekly fun family time. Invite friends.

Make sure everyone is listened to and needed everyday.

Make your family environment safe, strong, healthy and where your child wants to be.

That's the best answer to unhealthy peer pressure.

Never stop learning, Mom.Learn something every week about how to make your

family stronger.

Start by reading one of the resources listed here right now.

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