parenting: don't make it too hard

Through being a parent, patience is developed and not only are our kids taught but so are we.  There are so many different approaches to parenting that many of them end up not being as effective as we would like them to be.  There is one method however that does bring in the desired results.  I'm sure you're dying to know what it is.  Drum roll please... It's called active parenting!  It's purpose is to protect and prepare children to be able to survive and thrive in the real world.  You may not believe that there is such a thing, but there is!  You give children/teens choices to create responsibility.  These choices also come with consequences, both negative and positive depending on how the child/adolescent holds up their end of the bargain.  Through this parenting method, children will develop cooperation, respect, responsibility, and courage.  Still don't believe me?  Look it up yourself and give it a try.