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Beautifully Complex

258: What to Do When Your Kid Isn’t Listening, with Penny Williams

Mar 28, 2024
Penny Williams offers practical advice for parents on how to handle situations when their kids aren't listening. She discusses recognizing distractions, accommodating slow processing speeds, engaging physically, providing written instructions, and being mindful of individual needs to foster better communication and cooperation.
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Quick takeaways

  • Children may process information in non-traditional ways, listen while engaged in activities, requiring recognition of unique communication styles.
  • Avoiding repeated instructions, using written prompts, and waiting for regulation can facilitate effective communication with children, enhancing comprehension and connection.

Deep dives

Understanding Different Ways of Listening and Processing

Kids may listen and process information even while engaged in activities like playing with Legos or watching videos, not displaying traditional listening cues. Recognizing these unique communication styles helps avoid misunderstandings and nurtures effective communication strategies.

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