How Do You Use Humor When Talking To Teens?
My grandma used clever responses in all kinds of situations. “You’re only as crazy as you think you are,” she’d say. Sometimes she’d use nonsensical sayings to get our attention, “Why smile, when we can scowl?” she’d ask with a grin. In our small town she become known for her grandma-isms. When I began counseling teenagers I discovered that gramdma-isms could turn tense discussions into easy conversations. At the least, a clever saying could grab a teen’s interest. Here is how to use humor and grandma-isms when talking with a teen. Use the power of laughter. Adolescence is full of difficult adjustments. They’re absorbed with peers and don’t seem to talk to parents as much. That’s where grandma-isms come in handy. The more difficultly you have talking to a teen, the more you need a splash of some laughter. Laughter is the bridge that can move a conversation in a positive direction. Try this one: “It’s OK if you don’t talk to me, teens should be seen rather than heard.” Practice good tim
