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1． My dad lost his job. We have money, but I don’t know if we have enough to last.

2． My mom is always on her phone. I want to spend more time with her.

3． My parents are giving me the choice to teach my sister piano. Any tips?

4． My mom tells me to get rid of some of my things, but they all seem special.

5． My parents argue a lot. I wish I could make them stop. It’s really upsetting.

A. Ask yourself whether you really value and use them. To help you decide, try an experiment. Notice what you use over a month’s time. At the end of the month, you might consider giving away what you didn’t use. Knowing that your things will bring happiness to someone else may help you let them go.

B. Your mom may not realize how you feel. Ask her if there’s a time when you two can sit down to talk about something that’s on your mind. Also, you can start a daily “team” routine, like washing dishes together. Chores can be a great time to talk, sing, or tell jokes.

C. You’re not alone. Adults disagree at times, just as kids do. They must solve their own disagreement. If you feel unhappy, focus on things that’ll help you feel calm. Do activities you enjoy, or write or draw to express how you feel. At a time when things are calm, tell your parents how you feel.

D. Tell them how you’re feeling. Although they may not have all the answers right now. Give one another a little more space. During times of change, it’s natural for people to feel sad or upset more often than usual. Remember to be kind to yourself and to one another as your family decides how to move forward.

E. What an exciting chance! Talk to your parents and sister about what they expect. Together, make a clear plan for the lessons. This will help you up for success. You could also consider using a piano book, which may help you plan each lesson. Finally, remember to be patient with your sister.