I have been thinking a lot about the signals our body sends to one another whenever we are communicating with each other. Even more so, I have been thinking about difficult teens and the body language that is used when talking to them. It seems body language is something that has been around for as long as we can remember. When you were first born and you were hungry, you would reach up. Whenever you talk to someone, that body language starts to speak before your words came out.
Body language is a form of self-expression. If you know how to read it, then you will be able to distinguish what your teenager is really saying. Is your teenager upset when they appear happy? Are they sad when they are angry? Or are they just being difficult all together?
We highly recommend you paying close attention to the teen's body movements. Before you know it, you will be able to tell what he or she is saying before they actually speak verbally with you.
The body of the teen will begin to speak first.When you are in tune with your teenager, there is no better feeling than this. The most efficient way to understand your teen would be to pay attention to their body language they are sending you at all times. This is also one of the best ways to connect with the teenager.
When you are close to someone and communicating to them physically, you are communicating that you care, you are serious, concerned or someone is in jeopardy. When you are far apart, you are not showing much care, you are relaxed and freedom is allowed.
Difficult teens are not going to be so difficult, once you learn how to recognize their bodies communicate.
Parenting a Difficult Teen - Body Language to Recognize