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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Yes, you are being too hard on yourself. Delete IG.

As for suggestions: Lots more physical activity for everyone, like long walks together as a family. Start traditions. Even silly ones. Let the kids make decisions, taking charge of small things. Empower them. And realize grumpy is a personality, too, and one you can love and even celebrate. Hug your grump tell him you love every grumpy part of him (even if you don’t in the moment) and appreciate his opinions. My grumpy child just turned 18, knowing he was accepted in all his grumpitude kept him engaged with the family and feeling like he had something to contribute, which lead to improvement in his behavior. [/quote]

Yes. This is great advice.

Another thing is that, while personality is inherent, as time goes by, your grumpy kid will probably find something he likes. A sport, a musical instrument, chess, Legos. One great friend. That should make him loosen up a little bit. If it's really a PROBLEM, he can get services, in or out of school. But if it's just a character trait, then listen to this PP and learn to love him. [/quote]

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