Being a mentor is not an easy task. I have been mentoring young people for several years. Most of the kids that I deal with have severe social problems. You should understand that trust is a big issue with kids. They won't get with the program until they see that you are sincere with your efforts. These children have been violated in a terrible way. It is extremely difficult for them to trust because often times their loved ones (mother, father, sister, brother, cousin, uncle,teacher...) are the ones whose doing the violating. Sometimes we make the mistake of thinking that if we buy this or that for them our actions will prove our committment. However, a lot of them receive money, clothes, and other gifts as hush tokens from their violaters. In other words monetary gifts and offerings dosen't mean a thing.
My advice to you is to be consistent, persistent and prayerful. Once she sees that you can be trusted, not even the plague would keep her away.
I'll be praying for you!
Conskeeted19
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You are the master of your own destiny!
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