Why You Should Talk To Your Grandparents More In College
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Why You Should Talk To Your Grandparents More In College

It might just change your life a little bit.

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Why You Should Talk To Your Grandparents More In College
Mackenzie Winchester

Recently moving away to college I have realized a few things. Things such as managing your time wisely, not going out every night and going to all of your classes. All of these lessons are important, although there is one thing that I have learned to be the most rewarding during college — talking to your grandparents more often. Throughout the years, I always wondered why my parents would force me to call my grandparents all the time. However, recently I have discovered that they have a lot to offer in every conversation:

They always take your side.

If you're in an argument with your parents, your grandparents will always take you're side no matter what. Whether its about your grades, your love life, etc; they've got your back and they'll stand up for you despite the opposition.

They spoil you rotten.

No matter what you need, they will get it for you and more. Grandparents love nothing more than spoiling their grandchildren and I have to say I do not mind it so much myself. Whether its a care package full of goodies or a little extra spending money, they've got you covered.

They're older and wiser.

They've been through a lot, therefore if you come to them for advice, they always have the right answer. They have raised a family and built a life for themselves, which is not easy. It’s safe to say they have worked hard to get where they are now. Therefore, if you are having a hard time seeing the “big picture” of college, work, etc., they are the right people to go to.

They know how to cheer you up.

College is a time of stress, confusion and anxiety. Picking up the phone and talking to your grandparents can help relieve some of this stress and even teach you a few lessons along the way. If you're having a bad day or even a bad week, grandparents always know the right things to say in order to cheer you up.

A phone call will make their day.

When you go a while without seeing your grandparents, they will do anything to hear from you. Just a text or short conversation will make their day and you will never have to worry about not getting a phone call, text, or even a voicemail (who even leaves those anymore?) in return.

They're love is unconditional.

Whether or not you agree with your grandparents on everything, they will always have your back no matter what. Grandparents love their grandchildren more than anything and would give the world to them. Therefore, taking a few minutes out of your day to give your grandparents a call is the least you can do in return. You never know, you might just get a little something out of it.

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