I have experienced directive and supportive behaviors in different settings. The most current is with my younger brother who is in the early adolescence stage. As an elder sibling, I have taken it as my obligation to guide him and ensure he maintains good disciple and behavior.
In getting my brother to become a disciplined person, I have attempted utilizing both directive and supportive behaviors. In an unexpected turn of events, the directive behavior turned out to be more effective. The main issue was respecting our parents, an area that he needed transformation. I explained to him that respecting our parents was not an option, it was mandatory. I forbade him from using curse words in their presence or answering them in a disrespectful manner. I also made it clear to him that if he had any issue with them, he had to discuss it with them respectfully until they reach an agreement. As he was getting into puberty, I knew these were among the most likely issues that would erupt, and I knew my experience would be handy in getting him on the right path.
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Supportive behaviors promote a two-way approach that involves emotional and social support and participation of both parties. According to a UNICEF report, during early adolescence, children undergo many transformations and require the support of nurturing adults (2020). I have made it my role to instill responsibility values to my brother and ensure he is well prepared for adolescence. This has so far been achieved through supportive behaviors that have grown our relationship at a deeper emotional level. When guiding him on how to become a more responsible person, and how to deal with different things, I use polite words, show support and express my confidence in him (Simmons, 2010). I show patience when he fails to uphold some of our agreements and remain helpful by showing him acceptance reminding him the far we have come together as siblings.
References
Simmons, B. (2010). Nine Supportive Leadership Behaviors. Retrieved 25 February 2020, from http://www.bretlsimmons.com/2010-09/nine-supportive-leadership-behaviors/
Unicef. (2020). Early and late adolescence. Retrieved 25 February 2020, from https://www.unicef.org/sowc2011/pdfs/Early-and-late-adolescence.pdf
