What Do You Say? William Stixrud on Effective Communication with Kids

In This Episode:Have you had one of those moments when you said the wrong thing to your child? Perhaps a time when you were angry and didn't communicate effectively? The reality is, sometimes we're just not in the state of mind to communicate in effective ways.Tune in as William Stixrud, PhD, joins Marti & Erin Erickson of Mom Enough to discuss how to talk with your children. He shares the importance of effective communication, how to increase the likelihood that your child will actually hear what you are trying to say, and how you can help your child understand their own thoughts and find their own reasons to change. You won't want to miss this insightful episode! HOW CAN YOU BUILD ON THE EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION TIPS IN THIS EPISODE?Reflecting on past experiences, can you recall a time when you struggled to effectively communicate with your child? How did it impact the situation, and what did you learn from it Dr. William Stixrud emphasizes the importance of effective communication with our children. What strategies or techniques have you found helpful in increasing the likelihood that your child will truly listen to what you have to say? Dr. Stixrud also discusses the importance of helping our children understand their own thoughts and motivations. How do you foster self-awareness and reflection in your child, and what challenges have you encountered in this process?