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Not only is she border-line psychic, she faithfully attended every one of my basketball games and still shows up when I'm speaking somewhere in town. She's been my sounding board, my friend, and my soft place to land. I thank God daily for my saint of a mother. I only wish my children could do the same about theirs! And so, I've put together some sage advice from various experts so we can all learn a little bit more about improving our mother-child relationships.

Learn Your Child By Learning His Personality

Sharman Lawson, financial freedom expert suggestions, "Everyone is made differently. Many times we want others to act and think like we do -- including our children. Do you know your child's personality style? Knowing what makes him tick and behave can be half the battle. If you can understand your child, then you will know how to react, respond, and what tone of voice to use. We love our children regardless, but understanding who they are will help create a stronger bond, love, and relationship."

Acknowledge Your Child's Unique Contributions to the Family

Lisa Preston, long-time educator and homeschooling expert says, "One way to improve communication with children of any age is to sit down and discuss the necessary tasks to keep a household running. Then share what strengths you see in the child and how he can help make the home a better place. By highlighting your child's talents and how he is an integral part of a team, you nurture a sense of belonging and confidence. When Mom shares her heart - that she values and needs her child's unique contributions - the relationship is strengthened. The realization that a child has an important role in the family both enhances self-confidence and generates a deep respect and honor for other family members."

Encourage Your Child's Imagination

Dr. Linda Miles marriage and family expert and authority on the brain suggests, "Imagination helps build a map in the direction of your child's dreams. Start a Wonder Book with your children and fill it with pictures your child chooses of things that bring joy and meaning. Cut out pictures and paste them into a colorful collage. Create an imaginary world filled with the child's dreams and desires. Since the brain is wired to focus on the familiar, as in the movie, Field Of Dreams, "If you build it they will come."

Rearing Independent Young Adults

Author and parenting teens expert, Sarah Newton says, "The Mother-Child relationships is one of the most important relationships you can ever form; it is loving, challenging and paradoxical, all at the same time. We spend the first half of our lives with them, doing everything and being very close to them. Then they spend the next half trying to do things themselves and moving away from us. What we must remember is that our job is to raise an independent young adult and that childhood is preparation for adulthood.

"Most of the challenges that I see stem from the same things: the parents' need to control the way in which their children behave, think and act at any moment. We need to realize that our children are human beings in their own right. When we can let go of the need to control, we can enjoy an amazing relationship with another person. No one said this better than Kahil Gibran, 'Your children are not your children. They are the sons and daughters of life's longing for itself. They come through you but not from you, and though they are with you, yet they belong not to you.' You do not own your children; your job is to train them for life through all it's ups and downs, joys and sadness. You get to share a space with them and you take part in the molding of a great unique individual. Enjoy every moment!"

So there you have it... four expert tips for improving your mother-child relationships this Mother's Day and beyond!