Communication

Communication is the heart of all relationships. To be effective communicators with our children, we need sharp listening skills. To be a good listener you need to care about those to whom you are listening.

“They may forget what you said, but they will never forget how you made them feel” (Carl W Buechner)

Your children need to believe that you CARE enough to listen to what they have to say. It lets them know you CARE, respect and understand them

C – clarify and concentrate. You need to focus on what is being said and understanding the message your child is conveying. Encourage your child
to explain his feelings because they are important. This will help them to be more open and help you clarify what is being said.

A – awareness of body language will give you clearer perspective on how he feels. Listen to his tone, always have eye contact which tells him you are present to him.


R - respond by paraphrasing his words which allows him to know that you understand what he has said. Respond with a “yes, I understand” or a nod of the head. Always make them feel respected and understood.

E – effective feedback is essential in reacting to what has been said. Effective rules of feedback: negativity. 1) Share your emotions and feelings. : 2) Feedback must be immediate honest supportive and void of negativity, 3)Validate their feelings and thoughts - demonstrate that you CARE.


Your Care and effective communication will guide them in being the Best Version of Themselves
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