Active Listening Transforms Family Dynamics
In a world full of parenting books that lecture and overwhelm, I Love My Kids, But I Don’t Always Like Them by Franki Bagdade is a breath of fresh air. With the cadence of a casual coffee chat between two exhausted parents and the wisdom of a seasoned behavioral expert, this award-winning guide offers something radical—hope. At the heart of that hope is one of the most powerful, underestimated parenting tools of all: active listening . Franki’s message is clear—when parents begin to truly listen to their children (not just hear them), everything changes. Behavior improves. Conflicts soften. Relationships deepen. In fact, active listening is often the first step in transforming not just your child’s behavior, but your entire family dynamic. What Is Active Listening? Active listening means being fully present with your child—putting away your phone, pausing your multitasking mind, and tuning in not just to the words, but to the feelings behind them. It means acknowledging your c...
