Please Pay Attention to Me

Your children need your undivided attention when they are with you. They don’t tell you that. They’re probably upset that they’re not getting your full attention, but they won’t say anything to you about it. You have to be sure that your children realize that your time and energy belongs to them when you are together. You can’t become preoccupied with your own problems, and you certainly don’t have the luxury of being depressed or down in the mouth when they are with you. If you’re a divorced dad you may only have a short period of time with your children. Make the most of the time, use it to strengthen your relationship with them. Be a good listener, plan a outing even if it’s just to McDonalds. Don’t talk about negative topics, and try not to talk about their mother.