This is for all those teens out there who are finding it hard to convince their parents to buy the pair of contact lenses they are aspiring for so long. Take a chill pill. This guide will make you achieve what you are looking for.
Today’s teens know what exactly do they want and what contacts are capable of. There is no doubt in the fact that contacts are a great solution for vision correction but they may not suit everybody and your parent’s worries about a couple of things related to these only. This article will help the teens to find out those worries and ultimately how to win the battle. Here we go.
1.Proper Homework: This one is the most important because without proper groundwork you may find yourself clueless in front of your parent’s counter questions. Gather every possible information about contacts including cost of variable lenses with eye exam, contact lens care, contact lens types, contact lens brands etc. It is better to bookmark or take a print out of whatever information you can lay your hands upon to refer back in future or even can show to your parents as a proof.
2. Consult with an eye doctor: To check whether lenses are your cup of tea or not, speak with an eye doctor and if he suggests that, you will be benefited by it, you will get a strong reason to drive your point home.
3. Know the benefits first: Know what you will really gain by wearing contacts e.g. if you are into sports, glasses are more likely to break during a match whereas contacts lenses are far safer; a better fit and quite cheap than sports glasses.
4. Articulate: Show your parents that you know the importance of proper eye care as well as contact lens care. If needed, even state all the steps of it and give them a complete list consisting of various prices of each lens and related items, durability and the estimated yearly cost.
5. Self-finance: This one is almost a winner. If you are a service-holder or had saved enough money to sponsor your lenses, it will definitely help you earn some bonus points in front of your parents.
6. Show your effort: Show to your parents that you have thought and planned everything in advance by not only doing a sound groundwork but offering to sponsor it also. This one will be a good weapon to show your maturity.
7. Stick to your point: Your parents will definitely counter you by restating your points only. Do not lose your nerve here. Be firm but be polite also and do not let your emotions get the better of you. Believe me, at the end of the day, you will be the winner.
And, last but not the least, don’t lose faith. If you are true to yourself then your parents, who are your best well-wishers on this planet, will definitely accept your proposition.