A Message from Our Youth
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If you RESPECT me, I will hear you.
If you LISTEN to me, I will feel understood.
If you UNDERSTAND me, I will feel appreciated.
If you APPRECIATE me, I will know your support.
If you SUPPORT me as I try new things, I will become responsible.
And when I’m RESPONSIBLE, I will grow to be independent.
In my INDEPENDENCE, I will respect you, and love you, all of my life.
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Reprinted with permission from Diana Sterling, creator of the "Seven Ways" and author of "Parent as Coach."
