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EP078: Listening vs Hearing – Going To War With Kids
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When you talk to your children, are they really hearing you and understanding your message? Or, are they just listening? We’ll discuss why speaking to children can be challenging and what you can do to make sure they are understanding what you’re saying.
We’ll also talk about how asking questions can help you to ensure that you and your children are on the same page.
POINT #1: Communication Gaps Create Challenges when Speaking to Kids
* Because you are older than your kids, you have a larger vocabulary and more refined language skills.
* Sometimes, adults naturally use words and phrases that children don’t understand.
* If you don’t stop to explain things to your children, this language and vocabulary gap will cause your children to listen without truly understanding you.
POINT #2: Kids Need to Understand the Lesson
* If your kids are just listening and not hearing, they will miss t
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We’ll also talk about how asking questions can help you to ensure that you and your children are on the same page.
POINT #1: Communication Gaps Create Challenges when Speaking to Kids
* Because you are older than your kids, you have a larger vocabulary and more refined language skills.
* Sometimes, adults naturally use words and phrases that children don’t understand.
* If you don’t stop to explain things to your children, this language and vocabulary gap will cause your children to listen without truly understanding you.
POINT #2: Kids Need to Understand the Lesson
* If your kids are just listening and not hearing, they will miss t
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