1. Respect personal space 🏡
An adult child needs privacy. Do not try to control every step - it is better to be there when support is needed, and not constant control.
2. Listen more than give advice 👂
Yes, sometimes you want to tell how to do it better, but true friendship is built on attention and understanding. Ask questions, listen without judging.
3. Share interests 🎨🎶
If your adult child is passionate about a hobby or work, show interest. Try something new together, even if it seems “not your thing.” Mutual interests strengthen the bond.
4. Be a supporter, not a critic 💛
Support is more important than judgment. Even if a child makes mistakes, it is important for them to know that you are there and believe in them.
5. Humor and lightness 😄
With adult children, you can joke, flirt verbally, laugh together. This relieves tension and reminds you that you are friends, not just parents.
Being a friend to an adult child is a balance: respect, support, attention, and lightness. Become the person with whom you want to share joy and problems, and not be afraid to open up.
Ultimately, friendship with a child is not the loss of the role of a parent, but a new dimension of love and trust. 💛