One of the most challenging social roles in the modern world is being parents. The race of survival keeps us busy to the extent where we find it hard to connect with our children and have heart-to-heart chats. This will cause a communication gap in coming years though, making it hard for them to understand our point. Let's face it; we all feel disconnected and distant from our children as they grow in age. To stay aligned to their growing minds, parents look for ways to connect with them psychologically. Easy said than done, it may be hard to succeed in keeping pace with their fast minds. Here are some helpful ways to connect with your children, for a better parent-child relationship.

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***1. realize the need to connect:*** like any relationship, your connection with children can only improve if you realize that there is 'room' for improvement. We are particularly talking about connection and communication here. Although each aspect of a relationship should be improved but connection with your children is the only thing that you would need to improve things. If you lack eye-to-eye contact and verbal communication for the discussion and solution of problems, you probably need to work on connecting with them.

***2. Sit down with them:*** the best thing to connect with your children is sitting down with them when they are playing with their toys (or whatever activity they are involved in at that moment). This is the time when there hyperactive bodies are at rest but mind is at its best. Participate with all your soul and let them know that you care what they are doing. Let them feel your love for them by being compassionate and listening. Have eye contact while you talk to them. This will ensure them of your interest in their little world. 

***3. Arrange outdoor activities:*** Arrange fun visits whether in an amusement park or a restaurant. Make sure to give preference to their choices and plans. It doesn't mean that you should blindly follow their instructions. Be smart enough to decide what works for you and them. You both may enjoy a day at beach by playing in sand and making castles. The only key is 'involvement ' in whatever they do. 

***4. Put your Heart and Soul:*** Connecting is all about dedication to 'connect' with someone. So when you are trying to connect with your children, do it with all your heart and soul. It is not possible to improve connection through shortcuts. Above all, it is their right to enjoy your full attention without any distractions. If you are a single-parent, the need for absolute connection is even more intense. It might be hard for you to cope with the anxiety of being a single parent while trying to stay connected with your child, it is essential for her well-balanced personality. Do not deprive them of your love and care by staying busy with your own tasks. Your child will thank you in coming years for being available and well-connected parent.