Effective Communication Strategies for Getting Your Child to Listen

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Episode 2077:

Discover the art of effective communication with your child in Dr. Laura Markham's enlightening piece on Aha Parenting.com. Through practical, empathy-based strategies, Markham unveils how to capture your child's attention and foster cooperation without resorting to endless repetitions or demands. Transform your parenting approach with these insightful tips, ensuring your messages resonate with respect and understanding.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.ahaparenting.com/read/How-get-kid-listen

Quotes to ponder:

"Don't start talking until you have your child's attention. Connect BEFORE you start speaking."

"Use fewer words. Most of us dilute our message and lose our child's attention by using too many words."

"Calm yourself. Connect. and Engage cooperation with empathy. These are the three big ideas of peaceful parenting."

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