Today's Tip for Families

[En español]

05-07-2021

Use Strengths to Inspire

Have you heard the saying, “Nothing succeeds like success”? If your teen is having difficulty with a subject in school, point out the things he’s doing right in another area. Then help him apply his strengths to the situation.

To begin the conversation:

1. Ask your teen what subject he thinks he is best at.
2. Have him list reasons why this area is a strength. What strategies does he use to learn the material?
3. Add some positives you’ve noticed to his list, such as his persistence.
4. Brainstorm together. If your teen always reads the textbook in history, what about doing the same in math?

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