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How to make your parents listen to you?

Profile: Freebirdie
Freebirdie on Apr 28, 2016
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I know this sounds childish but I watched 'Brave' and I realised that everyone in this world wants to be listened. Sometimes it happens that the adults don't act like adults, so maybe you should. I treat people the way I want to be treated. Also, you're in control of yourself and not anyone else so if you wish to change something then the first destination should be you
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Profile: ukulelesounds
ukulelesounds on Jan 23, 2016
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Try to find a good moment, maybe make dinner for them to start off the conversation knowing your parents are in a good mood. Try to think of your points before "showtime", prepare the arguements and the best way to express your point of view. Start the talk by either opening the conversation right away or maybe doing small talk that goes into the direction of what you want, especially If you feel stressed- in which case the quiet approach could elp you calm down. During the actual conversation, try to sound as respectful and mature as possible. Maybe start with "I want to talk about (topic) again because I feel like we communicated the wrong way/ because I feel like we should understand each other's points better". Don't be snappy, rude or something else, that's not mature and not mature won't get you far. Listen without interrupting them to avoid your parents speaking louder or even start yelling. If you can't get what you want, ask why, and ask to find a middle of your interests. Maybe your parents won't raise your pocket money without you doing a few more chores or improving some grades, or they won't extend your curfew without knowing who you're with and would like to meet your friends or know where you're going. And If you don't get what you want, act respectful, ask questions If you don't understand, and be an adult about it. If you throw a tantrum, it might even improve your parents' point.
Profile: RAOTHEHELPER
RAOTHEHELPER on Feb 20, 2016
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JUST try to convince them with right reason to support the cause and be polite and as much possible respectful
Profile: jaca
jaca on Jan 30, 2016
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When you wanted your parents to listen to you, you should try to talk to them with utmost respect :)
Profile: grumpymama
grumpymama on Feb 2, 2016
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The best time to make sure you are heard is when you are not overly emotional. Using what is called an "I" message helps out a lot in my opinion. It is where you state what is wrong, and how it makes you feel. You do not state blame, or offer a solution.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 3, 2016
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Try to talk to them at the time they are not busy, and they will listen to you when they are completely free
Profile: delicateShoulder44
delicateShoulder44 on Feb 5, 2016
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What I try to do is approach them as if I'm an adult and they're adults. You have to approach them at their level. It's important to be prepared and present what you have to say in a way that they will understand. It may be hard for them to sympathize because you're a teenager, though, but they will listen.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 5, 2016
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When you want your parents to listen to you, you have to be calm and mature. Talk to them when they are not busy, schedule a time with them if you need to.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 9, 2016
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Be clear, honest, but articulate. You must express opinions with evidence, or informed points. Be civil and mature when conversing, and be sure to be confident.
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Feb 13, 2016
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Be honest with them and what you have to say! Let them know that you want them to listen to you!!!!!
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