Here’s a New Year’s Resolution Every Parent Can Actually Stick To: Discuss Responsible Drinking with Your Kids

As the calendar flips to a brand new year, many of us set resolutions that fade faster than confetti on January 1st. I mean, who hasn’t vowed to hit the gym regularly only to find themselves face-to-face with a pile of laundry or a sick child three days later? It’s like trying to juggle flaming torches while riding a unicycle—nigh on impossible! And let’s be honest, once you become a parent, keeping resolutions feels even more like a fantasy.

This year, however, I’m embracing a resolution that I can maintain: I’m committing to have conversations with my kids about responsible drinking. Research indicates that parents wield the most significant influence over their children’s choices regarding alcohol. Yes, you read that right! Even if they appear to be tuning you out, kids are absorbing what you say. Starting discussions about smart alcohol choices as early as age six can significantly deter underage drinking. It’s not a one-and-done chat; it’s an ongoing, engaging dialogue.

Join me, along with the amazing folks at Responsibility.org and a plethora of bloggers, in making this resolution a reality. It’s a goal we can manage—exercise can wait!

Reflecting on the Past Year

Now, let’s take a moment to reflect on the past year of parenting. If your experience was anything like mine, you tackled mountains of laundry, cleaned up endless messes, and maybe capped off a hectic week with a (responsible) glass of wine. So here’s to you! Let’s aim to stay awake past 9 p.m. this New Year’s Eve!

Conclusion

In summary, let’s resolve to engage our kids in important conversations about responsible drinking this year. It’s a manageable goal that can lead to healthier choices for our children.

Here’s a New Year’s Resolution Every Parent Can Actually Stick To: Discuss Responsible Drinking with Your Kids

Reflecting on the Past Year

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