Tonight with your 13 to 17 year old
The prompt
“What's the last time you and a sibling or friend just got completely silly together, no reason needed?”
What to listen for
An easy, laughing retelling shows they still have access to lighthearted, unguarded fun with the people close to them, that kind of silliness is a great sign of a relaxed, trusting relationship.
If the story involves a sibling, that's worth celebrating specifically since sibling silliness often fades as teens get older, and its presence shows real closeness.
If they can't think of a recent one, that might be worth noticing gently, it could mean things have felt more serious or busy lately than usual.
What this tells you
A recent moment of pure silliness shows how much lighthearted, pressure-free connection currently exists in their closest relationships.