Worried about my niece behaviour

Hi,

This is a delicate age. 

In one of the parent circle workshops for parents, parents were taught that our teens are discovering themselves and trying to find their identity.  There were lot of lessons in the workshop. For instance- how to say NO , how to empathise, how to allow our children to express themselves, how can we actually build a strong bond with them etc., 

Now, since she is still growing and going through so many experiences,  as she is becoming a young adult, she might feel like there are times when no one understands her enough or everyone, especially elders  are just trying to mould her in a certain way.  

It’s so nice of you. You could actually help her directly or indirectly without being intrusive or disturbing her.  Just as how you want to help her, she might also be looking for a safe person with whom she can  confide few things and share whatever she wants to share without being judged. 

Both parents as well as children need proper guidance and training sometimes to interact with each other. Sometimes elderly grandparents help and sometimes we can consult some counsellors or read appropriate books.  PC magazine publishes lot of articles which really help. Try to engage her in spiritual activities too. Prayers and meditation also help in controlling our mind and our behaviour. Watch her diet also.  Certain foods cause irritability and mood swings. Healthy meal plan is important. 

You could do your best and give it enough time to see some concrete results. Everything takes time but efforts will pay off. All the best!