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How can I get my parents to listen to me?

Profile: BabyyTyy10
BabyyTyy10 on Feb 17, 2020
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Sit them down and tell them that you have something to discuss with them, they may refuse, but be firm and mature with them, show them that you have grown up and can take responsibility. Yeah it may be embarassing but your parents will still see you as their baby, so you just have to make them see that you are not anymore, be patient with them and allow them to give their opinions, just nod and be mature and understanding, and they should show you the same respect back.
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Profile: cakeinthebath
cakeinthebath on May 21, 2015
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If you have not tried this yet - instead of opening the conversation with the topic you want to discuss, start by expressing that you have something on your mind that you'd like to talk to them about; and that it's important to you that they listen and try to understand. Sometimes, people are not aware of their unfriendly or hurtful reactions, and gently bringing their awareness to this can be all that is needed.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Sep 5, 2015
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I will try to explain my parents and if they don't listen then I will hear then and then I will tell them my point of view.
Profile: Zephryn
Zephryn on Nov 9, 2015
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Sometimes it is hard when we feel like we are not being listened too. It starts with building trust and talking about these feelings with our parents. Expressing our concern that we feel like we need to know that someone is engaged and understanding what we are saying. The trust is built through these conversations. If it does not improve immediately, it is okay. The commitment to building a trusting relationship through communication takes time, but the building towards the goal is a process that must be built each day,
Profile: Bigheart4all
Bigheart4all on Nov 12, 2015
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Sometimes parents feel that they are the sole decision makers in the house but you have to let them know that you are a knowledgeable person too who has feelings. Ask to have a family meeting once a week or so and sit them down and act like an adult you deserve to be treated like. People mature at different rates and parents sometimes need to be shown that you can make decisions too. Communication is key in any type of relationship. Give them a reason to show that they can trust you.
Profile: introspect1ve
introspect1ve on Feb 23, 2016
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Sitting down seriously with your parents can help them to listen to you. Telling them that you have something to get off your chest, or saying there is something that's been bothering you recently. are good starters. Remain calm and serious, and plan out what you want to say before you begin.
Profile: Greatlistener87
Greatlistener87 on Apr 25, 2016
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Sit them down and ask them to listen to you and what you have to say.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jul 25, 2016
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Show your parents that you can listen to them as well as you would like them to listen to you, form an open communication.
Profile: Dev82
Dev82 on Sep 26, 2016
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The first thing is learning their respect. Have open heart conversations and let them know how you feel without assuming they understand anything (more like dealing with a new friend). When they hear your side of the story and if you also make a proposal that benefits them, they would be inclined to listen to you.
Profile: AmbientEuphoria
AmbientEuphoria on Oct 10, 2016
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You have to let them know how you feel. Try to reach out to them when they are not busy. Also, never ever back down.
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