The Daily Dad

You Have to Listen

Apr 29, 2020

02:50

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The podcast discusses the importance of listening as a father, highlighting how attentive listening improves leadership within the family. Insights from a psychologist and author are shared, along with examples of indirect communication from children.

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Attentive and compassionate listening helps parents uncover their children's true desires, aspirations, and struggles, making them better leaders and able to meet their needs effectively.

Children communicate their needs and desires indirectly, and by actively listening, parents can decipher these messages and understand their children's hidden motivations and interests.

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The Power of Listening as a Dad

In this episode, the importance of listening as a parent is discussed. While we may often get caught up in talking and giving instructions to our children, it is crucial to remember the ancient saying of 'two ears, one mouth.' Dr. Stuart Friedman, a renowned psychologist and author, emphasizes the value of listening with leadership skills and understanding what is truly on our children's minds. By dedicating ourselves to attentive and compassionate listening, we can uncover their true desires, aspirations, and struggles, allowing us to be better leaders and meet their needs effectively.

The Importance of Listening as a Father

3min

"...As parents, we tend to do a lot of talking. There are all the things we tell our kids. The things we remind them about. The lessons we try to teach them. The books we read to them.

But it’s worth remembering that ancient saying: Two ears… one mouth."

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