Listening to Your Kids and Getting Your Kids to Listen to You
with Rebecca Shafir
author of
The Zen of Listening: Mindful Communication in the Age of Distraction

Not an easy task these days. There's a lot of competition for our attention, but it's up to parents to figure out how to win the war on distraction. Take home some practical ways to connect better with your kids. When kids learn how to listen at home, they perform better in school, get along better with their peers, and feel confident. Plus, you're laying the groundwork for their most important skill in life - their ability to communicate. Learn the dos and don'ts of good communication at any age. (Your marriage may also reap the benefits!)

In this discussion you will learn:

• how internal and external distractions jeopardize listening
• what is a Mindful Listener?
• the art and magic of Dinnertime Table Talk
• the value of "Tell back" and "Tell me more"
• gender/age listening differences
• how to become comfortable with silence
• listening tips for the classroom
• how to get your kids to open up

Rebecca will tailor the discussion to your particular group and their concerns. This talk can range from 60 minutes to two hours.

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