What kinds of things do older kids like to talk about?

I encourage everyone to explore themselves in the bedroom. There's nothing wrong with trying new things with your partner, so feel free to mix things up!

Maybe point to his backpack and casually say, "I love that band!" and tell him why. Just start simply.

Just be direct with him and say "Sorry i really want to go but I can't because I have (whatever it is you have goin on)." That lets him know...

You may be doing this because you have low self esteem and/or are covering up feelings of inadequacy. It's important that you learn how to accept yourself. Try to determine...

Talk to the children about their feelings. Ask them why they feel sad or unhappy. Sometimes it's hard for tweens to open up, so tell them that it's perfectly okay...

Try to remember what you felt like as a teenager and put yourself in the teenager's shoes. Speak with them as equals and see if it helps!

Begin by saying "hi" or by greeting them in a polite manner, then ask them questions that reveal more things about them. This will make them open up to you....

You can start off by smiling and saying hello, then by introducing yourself to anyone you don't know ("Hi, I'm [insert your name]; it's nice to meet you). You can...

Before the date, think about five interesting things about yourself that you'd be willing to reveal and share. One way to weave this into a conversation is to ask the...

A leader is not part of the group as a friend. So you need to be somewhat reserved without seeming to be "better than they are". Set the example by...