Parental+Pressures

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Parents are good at putting the pressure on their kids: whether they all push their kids at least a little: it's part of the job. Most parents just want what is best for their children, but when their ideas of what is best for you don't quite match your own, frustration and anger can run rampant.

Dealing with Parental Pressures
What pressure do you feel from your parental units? Whether its school related, sports, or just pressure in general - share your story.

How do you deal with pressures from home?
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Remain Calm
Getting into a screaming match may help you blow of some steam, but if you want your parents to listen to what you have to say, make sure that you say it in a reasonable tone.

Remaining calm and speaking seriously will convey to your parents that you:
 * Have given your topic serious thought
 * Can speak about your topic in a reasonable manner
 * Are mature enough to have a discussion, not an argument
 * Will be willing to listen to their opinions during this discussion

How do you stay calm when all you want to do is blow up? Give advice to other teens out there so they can better communicate with their parents in these heated situations.
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