How to Talk Parents Into Allowing MySpace
Today is the age of Internet and social networking websites such as Facebook, MySpace, etc. Parents, however, are fully aware of the risk present in the online space and therefore take certain precautions to protect their children from getting harmed. One of these precautions includes a strict ban on a MySpace account.
If you are one of many children who are desperate to get access to MySpace but are so far deprived of it because of your over-protective parents, then you need to come up with a good argument to make your parents have a change of heart.
Instructions
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The first thing that you need to do is to choose the right moment to hold the discussion on MySpace with your parents. Make sure they are not in a bad mood or under stress because of something when you approach them to discuss the MySpace issue. Wait for a time when they are in a really good mood. You will have a great chance of success at such a time. Remember to be calm and relaxed while discussing the issue with your parents.
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It is best to prepare yourself before approaching your parents. Grab a pen and piece of paper and write down the points that you feel can convince them to change their mind. You might get nervous while taking up the MySpace issue with your parents. Having the points in written form can help you recover from your nervousness and help you put up a strong argument.
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Explain to them why you are so eager to get a MySpace account. Parents know their children really well, so do not try to lie to them, as they are likely to see through it. You do not have to tell them every single thing. Just tell them enough to convince them that you really are desperate for access to the social networking website. Tell them about the important events and all the fun that you are missing out on because of not being on MySpace.
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Convince your parents that you know about the threats present in the online space and how carelessness can lead to serious trouble. Tell them about the safety features that MySpace has in place to protect its users and how you plan on making full use of them to keep yourself safe.
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Calmly listen to your parents’ point of view. Do not interrupt them while they are talking. Wait for your turn to talk and then come up with a logical and convincing rebuttal and explanation for whatever it is that they are concerned about.
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Offer to add them to your MySpace account so that they can see your activity and the friends that you have added.
