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Quiz for Parents

A Blessed Task


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Being a mother or father is one of the most difficult jobs we will ever have, and at the same time, one of the most important. When we become parents, our main concern is the education of our children and our desire to instill in them strong principles and values, so they will know how to deal with the constant challenges that life presents.

In this set of materials for parents, we suggest adopting open and honest communication with your children. This is the best way to help them grow in a loving and respectful environment. This will allow them to be confident and sure of themselves, and will prepare them to make good decisions. Besides, by continuing dialogs with our children, we offer them the knowledge and convictions that make them assertive individuals, capable of saying "YES" or 'NO" whenever they want.

By learning to communicate effectively with our children, we strengthen our family's values and relationships. At the same time, we increase our children's opportunities for success when they have to deal with life as adults.

We hope after reading this information, you will feel better able to talk with your children. In your job as parents, you should express what you feel and think, as you strive to establish an ongoing dialog within your family. Furthermore, we hope to improve your ability to listen to what your children tell you.

By increasing the frequency, warmth, and quality of conversations between parents and their children, we strengthen families and encourage mutual respect. Children in these families can identify their own values, and benefit from the love with which they are being raised.

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