10 Ways to be a Great Parent

According to "Positive Line" there are 10 tips ways to be a great parent.  Below are the 10 ways:

1. Be a good role model.  Your child learns from the example you set.
2.  Show respect for your child's feelings, thoughts, and suggestions.
3. Make your child feel loved with your words of praise, and your hugs and kisses.
4. Keep your word.  If you must break it, apologize and make it up to your child.
5. Encourage your child's creativity.  Ask questions to stimulate curiosity and imagination.
6. Build your child's self-esteem by showing appreciation for all genuine efforts.
7.  Stay involved.  Know what's going on in your child's life, both at school and with friends.
8. Discipline your child fairly, firmly, and with love.  Focus on the behavior, not the child.
9. Establish family traditions and make time to do fun things together.
10.  Think positively.  By expecting the best, you empower yourself and your child to solve problems and achieve goals.