How to Get Your Child To Listen To You Always

Have you ever found yourself repeating the same questions, directions, or comments to your child? Does your child look away when you are speaking to him? Do you ever get frustrated when your child does not pay attention? Unfortunately, kids will be human and tune out the words of authority at times. It's true--parenting is not always simple, especially when your child refuses to listen to you. Here are some tips that may help you get your child to listen.

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      Children are constantly growing. This may explain why they may not always see eye to eye with you. After all, your child is most likely shorter than you are. When speaking to your child, get to your child's level even if this means getting to your knees. Children are less likely to pay attention to someone speaking to them from across the room or further away. When you are in front of your child and at the same level, your child can focus on you better.

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      Position yourself in front of your child and make eye contact. When your child looks at you and only you, your words will have more meaning because of the greater amount of focus he has on you.

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      Talk to your child like you would a friend and not as something you must tame. Respect your child, and he will respect you. When your child does not listen to you while out in public, pull your child aside and speak to him privately. Remember, get down to his level and make eye contact.

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      Be concise. Younger children generally have shorter attention spans. Do not give your child a chance to tune you out.

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      Remind your child that you have feelings, too. First, ask him how he feels when someone does not listen to what he is saying. Then, ask him how he thinks you may feel when he does not listen to you. Let your child answer instead of you providing the answer. This will ensure that your child is listening and understanding what you are trying to say.

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