How to Make Your Parents Proud of You

Two Methods:Being an Admirable Person Reacting Correctly when You're in Trouble

One of the best feelings of accomplishment is knowing you've made your parents proud and that the thought of you raises their heads in happiness. However, it's not very easy to achieve this awesome feeling. In fact, sometimes it feels that everything you do lets them down, or that to make them proud of you is something unachievable, impossible. Before you give up though, try reading and following the steps in this article.

Method 1 of 2: Being an Admirable Person

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Always try your level best. How are you going to make your parents proud if you don't put in 100% effort? Try your hardest at anything and everything - sports,schoolwork, jobs, projects...show them that you're not slacking off. Have an enthusiastic attitude towards everything - it'll get you a lot further than you may think.
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Take their ideas into account. For example, say you want to cut your hair and dye it red while they want you to just trim it. You don't have to do exactly what they say, but at least try to take their ideas into account. You could keep your hair the same length, or trim it a little more than they would like. Apply this attitude for everything. Don't let them take over you, but make sure you at least 'show' them that you are considering their suggestions.
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Do the right thing. Your parents probably won't be too proud of you if you're locked up in jail for several different crimes. In contrast, they may be upset or angry with you. You don't have to turn into a total goody two shoes, but make sure you know the limits and don't push them. Keep within the rules - whether at school, work, or the law. Before you do something, always think whether it's the right thing or not, and if your parents would be proud of you.
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Be a good person. You may stick to the rules, try your best, and take their ideas into account, but after all that you still may be an unpleasant, selfish person. That won't make your folks proud now, will it? So try to be a good person at heart. Be as generous,nice, and thoughtful as you can. You don't have to be anywhere near becoming a pushover or a goody two shoes, no, to be a merely good person at heart will suffice.
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Be responsible. Don't be so immature that your parents constantly have to keep an eye on you. It's great to have fun, but know when to stop and be responsible. It ties in with doing the right thing - again, always stay within the boundaries. Be trustworthy and reliable. If you're going to baby-sit, baby-sit. If you're going to do your homework, do your homework. If you're going to wash the car, wash the car. You can always party, but make sure you know when you've stepped well over the line!

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Look down at the ground when they scold you. This will show your parents that you're actually ashamed of your behavior and that you're really thinking it over, determined not to do it again. If you smirk at them, give them a defiant stare, or look bored or annoyed, then they'll be even more angry at you. Though nobody likes being scolded, you should show them that you understand what you did wrong. If you're able to do that, you'll make them proud, even if they're still angry. It may be hard to believe this, but your parents don't like to scold you all the time either.
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Don't talk back. When your parents are angry about something you did and are in the middle of telling you why they're disappointed, it's not the time to talk back, interrupt, or generally be disrespectful. Sure, you may want to tell them your side of the story, but you don't want to interrupt them when they're trying to tell you something. It's for your own good. Remember, there's a time and a place for everything.
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Tell them your side of the story when they calm down. If you feel they don't understand the situation, give them some time to cool off before you go and tell them what you really think. If they ask you to tell them your side on the spot, that's fine, however if they look frustrated or need some space, give it to them instead of continuing a conversation they don't want to have. They'll be proud of you for recognizing that they want to be left alone and will be more receptive to the fact that you realized they need some private time.
- When they look ready, you can calmly and politely tell them your side of the story.
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Admit your mistakes. Nobody's perfect, and it's much better to admit you've made a mistake than to be in denial or be mean and petty about it. If you say you're sorry, look your parents in the eyes and promise not to do it again and really mean it. That will definitely make your parents proud. They don't expect you to be perfect, but what they do expect is for you to accept responsibility when you're in the wrong. This is a big part of being a mature individual with self-knowledge.