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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This might sound mean but when I read something like this it typically means to me that you are likely home a lot and resent that your teens don't want to spend as much time with you as they perhaps did when they were younger. if so, that is on you, not them. [/quote] I don't think this is mean. OP-- my oldest is 14 and definitely withdrawing and much less interested in talking to me. I try to touch base with her every evening with mixed outcomes. I do think its useful to be conscious that it's ok to fade into the background of their lives as a present, steady, secure person that does not expect them to socialize with you. To accomplish this, you need to make sure your life is otherwise full. Reconnect with friends and your spouse and investigate a new hobby. Consider knitting. I recently learned and it's fun. It also has the great benefit of letting you be present for your kids while simultaneously doing something for yourself.![/quote]
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