Listen actively to understand your child's perspective from "summary" of Positive Discipline A-Z by Jane Nelsen, Ed.D.,Lynn Lott,H. Stephen Glenn
Listening actively to understand your child's perspective is a crucial skill for parents. It involves more than just hearing their words - it means truly tuning in to what they are saying, both verbally and non-verbally. This means making eye contact, nodding in acknowledgement, and giving them your full attention. When you listen actively to your child, you are showing them that their thoughts and feelings are important to you. By taking the time to really hear what they have to say, you are building a strong foundation of trust and respect in your relationship. It's important to remember that your child's perspective may be different from your own. They may see things in a way that you hadn't considere...
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