Listening to your kids is probably the best way to show them you love them. If you start truly listening to what your kids were saying and gave them your full attention a few more times throughout the day–you would really see a difference in your relationship with them. Almost immediately. I challenge you today, to ask your child questions to try and get them to talk to you about anything they want, and then to truly listen. I don't mean looking at your phone and getting distracted by something else. I mean ignoring all distractions around you and focusing solely on what they have to say. Don't offer them any advice unless they ask and don't ask prying questions. Just offer your ear and if they tell you anything about the way they feel, offer them an empathetic response such as, "wow, that must of been awful" or "Wow, that is great!" Your child might not say anything about how happy they were that you were giving them your full attention, but they will show it in their actions.
This video is awesome the way it explains exactly how to actively listen. Watch this video with your kids tonight and have a discussion with them in regards to active listening.
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