Why Your Kids Not Listening Isn't the Real Problem

Episode 91 of the The Momentum Podcast podcast, hosted by Tanya Valentine, titled "Why Your Kids Not Listening Isn't the Real Problem" was published on September 24, 2025 and runs 34 minutes.

September 24, 2025 ·34m · The Momentum Podcast

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Summary

Do you ever feel like you’re talking to your kids and it’s going in one ear and out the other? You’re not alone — and here’s the good news: their “not listening” might not actually be the real problem. In this episode of the Mom-entum Podcast, we go beyond the surface frustration of kids ignoring directions and help you uncover what’s really going on — both for your child and for you. You’ll learn why everyday struggles are actually practice runs that build your child’s resilience, how your own thoughts shape your reactions, and why choosing curiosity over frustration can completely change the dynamic in your home. We’ll also dive into a common trap parents fall into — making our child’s behavior mean something negative about us — and how to shift your perspective so you can show up calm, connected, and confident, even in the middle of a homework battle. And stay tuned — in the next episode, I will be teaching The Model, a powerful coaching tool you can use to help solve any problem (Episode 92 if you’re reading this later!). Whether you’re navigating sibling fights, homework struggles, or simply want to yell less and connect more, this episode will help you see your child’s “not listening” in a whole new light. For resources mentioned in today's episode visit the show notes page here. If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need the reminder. And if you’re ready to go deeper, book a free coaching call with me here!

Episode Description

In this episode of the Mom-entum Podcast, we go beyond the surface frustration of kids ignoring directions and help you uncover what’s really going on — both for your child and for you. You’ll learn why everyday struggles are actually practice runs that build your child’s resilience, how your own thoughts shape your reactions, and why choosing curiosity over frustration can completely change the dynamic in your home.

We’ll also dive into a common trap parents fall into — making our child’s behavior mean something negative about us — and how to shift your perspective so you can show up calm, connected, and confident, even in the middle of a homework battle.

And stay tuned — in the next episode, I will be teaching The Model, a powerful coaching tool you can use to help solve any problem (Episode 92 if you’re reading this later!).

Whether you’re navigating sibling fights, homework struggles, or simply want to yell less and connect more, this episode will help you see your child’s “not listening” in a whole new light.

For resources mentioned in today's episode visit the show notes page here.

If this episode encouraged you, share it with another mom who might need the reminder. And if you’re ready to go deeper, book a free coaching call with me here!