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The Parent Seat

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NFHS Adds Resource for Parent Behavior at Events with “The Parent Seat”

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in DC the pressure is high and for this season this is your season the national Federation of State High School associations would like to thank you for supporting your child in learning positive lifelong by participating in interscholastic activities as a parent there many feelings and emotions that you will experience during your students participation in interscholastic activities while watching your soon participate you can experience the entire emotional Spectrum from sheer joy to utter disappointment at the same time for students who are motivated to be part of a team it can be an enjoyable and rewarding experience for everyone the parents eat requires thought and discipline it is not an easy seed the parents eat in the place where you and your student went to create enjoyable memories not experiences deal with inappropriate language for unsporting Behavior the who suffers most from these experiences did your child negative parent behaviors can be embarrassing to your student and damaging to your relationship as their biggest fan this is the last thing you want here are 10 suggestions to help you with the emotions that arise in the parents eat 1 develop an awareness recognizing that you may be part of the problem in the stand is the first step addressing in this in itself can be challenging and typically you are the last one to know if you're part of the problem to understand the benefits recognize the benefits that participation in interscholastic activities providers interscholastic activities provide a platform that promotes Fitness the opportunity to be part of a team in community can improve confidence and provides an opportunity to learn new skills and improve current bill 3 embrace the growth and development of your student by participating in activities you're suited many opportunities to learn life lessons that will help him or her that they transition into a dog taking a hands-off approach time can be difficult for parents but also rewarding for both the student and the parent they can allow the students to gain confidence and independent to deal with their own obstacles in many time this Independence can be one of the most important challenges to strengthening trust in your relationship knowing that your student is struggling to bring some comfort because it is evident that your student is on a path to adulthood for visualize yourself as a respectful spectator mini studies indicate that the number one reason kids participate in sports and activities is to have fun please keep that top of mine and in perspective throughout the school year empathize your student that they should you idiot. And above all have fun understanding and communicating this perspective and provide balance and support when it is needed the most and ensure a fun and enjoyable interscholastic experience for your child 5 consider exercising before the event exercising doesn't necessarily mean a 60-minute workout a short walk deep breathing for a few stretching exercises may be helpful to relieve stress don't throw a proven fact that exercise can release endorphins that help you deal with stress 6 participate in a relaxing activity find something that you enjoy doing such as reading a book or listening to me before the event relaxing before game competition or other event may help provide a positive State of Mind as you prepare to watch your child participate in their activity 7 take a break if you're in begin to escalate while in the stands a brief time out may help you reset your emotions it could be as simple as taking a restroom break a trip to the concession stand for a short walk ate the 24-hour rule if you ever feel compelled to confront a coach take some time to collect your thoughts and allow your emotions settle before you do if after 24 hours you still feel compelled to address an issue call and schedule an appointment 9 be responsible be responsible in your decision-making you are a role model and it is important to understand that not only is your child watching but so are other participating to be aware and a good example for all of the young people in attendance support your students there are a lot of ways to let your student know that you are supportive parent tell them that you love watching them participate for how proud you are sacrifices they make to be part of a team once again focus on the Sun be a good listener when your student needs you supporting them and understanding their feelings hopes and dream can help you build on your trusting and loving relationship be aware that you will experience many emotions while sitting in the parent seat realizing there are challenges that come with the territory is an important step in supporting your student participation in interscholastic activities students learn so much from their experiences that only activities can uniquely provide you with your student to enjoy being part of a team and Community without having to worry about what you may say or do in the stand when your student looks back on their High School experience what do you want them to remember the experience should be enjoyable for you beneficial for your student and hopefully provides an opportunity to build a closer bond with your child that opportunity begins now in the parents scene