How to listen? Don’t we all listen to our children whine, groan, complain, argue, giggle, squeal, and pretend all day long? Yes, of course. But there’s a difference between hearing and listening. And often we parents need to be reminded what listening really means. We sometimes wonder why our children don’t confide in us or why we feel disconnected with them. Improving our listening skills can create stronger bonds and build trust between us and our kids. In conjunction with my previous blog, “Brother for Sale.” Helping Kids Cope with their Sibling’s Disability, I’ve tried to present ways that we … Continue reading →