013: Listen Up, Parents! Transform Your Child's Behavior by Hearing What They Really Mean

What if the key to fewer power struggles wasn't saying more, but saying less? In this episode, we dive into the power of listening to understand with Certified Parent Educator Patti Cancellier. Through examples and inspiring stories, we explore how simply being present and truly hearing your child can defuse conflict, build connection, and even encourage your child to solve their own problems. We'll provide actionable guidance on how to practice focused listening in your family. And, you'll discover how listening — without jumping to fix or advise — can be one of your most effective parenting strategies. Tune in to learn why sometimes, the best thing you can say… is nothing at all. Join the Conversation: Your ideas and questions matter. We'd love to hear how you experienced listening in a new way. Share your thoughts on Instagram or drop us an email at [email protected]. 🙏Subscribe & Rate: If you're enjoying the podcast, please take a moment to rate and review us wherever you listen to podcasts.  ⁉️Questions/Suggestions/Feedback: We'd love to hear from you! Your feedback helps us continue to bring helpful and insightful episodes every week.  You're welcome to email us your parenting questions and challenges, as well as feedback and suggestions for the podcast at [email protected]  Alternatively, send us a voice message through our Speakpipe or leave us an anonymous written message.  We're so excited to hear from you!   Hosts  Marjie Longshore, Founder of Family Leadership Center Paige Trevor, Parent Coach Special thanks to editor Max Cotter, Marike Pienaar, and Wendy Tracy   Resources 📚PEP (Parent Encouragement Program) Classes and Webinars. To support parents and caregivers facing job insecurity and high stress for themselves and their families, PEP is offering its Live Monthly Webinars and On-Demand Videos FREE of charge this spring. Use code PEPFREE to access these resources. 🧠 Patti mentioned Dan Siegel's brain explanation when you Flip Your Lid.  🔍Check out Episode 009 for a refresher on Problem Identification 🤫💕Paige's Blog: Shhhhh, just Listen! Stay Connected 📝Subscribe to the Family Leadership Center newsletter ⚖️Subscribe to Paige's newsletter