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My parents don't listen to me, what should I do?

Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Dec 1, 2016
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I understand this is a really difficult problem. And, in my opinion, it takes time. What I usually do when it's something very important, is I send them an email or a text formally stating a time and where I want to talk. Make sure they are free at that time. Example, 'Mom, I have something important that you need to know and be aware of, so please, let's have a conversation tomorrow at 7pm. In the living room. Thank you. I hope this helps :)
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Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Jan 31, 2017
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Start the conversation with the words "I'd like to talk to you about something" and sit down with them. If you don't feel confident enough to share personal information with them, start with something small (i.e. something that happened in school). If they think they have something better to do than talking to you, arrange a "meeting" with them and ask them to take you seriously.
Profile: Oceansunset33
Oceansunset33 on Mar 10, 2017
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Write a letter to your parents. Sometimes they can overlook the things you are feeling because they deal with stressful things too! My dad told me to always write him a letter when I wanted to get something important across. He would do the same for me.
Profile: Insightful3Unavailable
Insightful3Unavailable on Mar 15, 2017
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Firstly, talk to them in a polite manner & find out from them why they're not listening to you. Try looking from their perspective, too, if possible. Once you know and understand their reasons you can then find a way to do something about it, hopefully. For instance, if it's due to a lack of trust (i.e. if they see you as immature) you can then do something to prove that you're mature (e.g. help out in the community etc., do things that make you seem like a mature person).
Profile: Anonymous
Anonymous on Mar 26, 2017
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Tell other family members about it and they might help your parents realise how you feel about being ignored by them.
Profile: MathewLutzMA
MathewLutzMA on Apr 8, 2017
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Try writing them a letter, allow them to know in detail why it bothers you first appropriately and then express what it is you want them to listen to.
Profile: Hrupkost
Hrupkost on Apr 9, 2017
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You should try to assert yourself, try to explain the situation and don't back off from conflict. Be respectful, but firm. They want the best for you, but sometimes they are going to need a bit of help to figure it out.
Profile: Stxrlzy
Stxrlzy on Apr 12, 2017
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I recommend you sit down with your parents and communicate to them that you feel they don't listen to you. Feeling this way can very difficult, but you should also try to see things from their eyes, too. A conversation with them may help you understand why they act like they do, and help them to understand the ways in which you feel they are lacking.
Profile: ScottishLadyListener
ScottishLadyListener on Apr 19, 2017
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Sometimes it can feel like your parents are not listening when you have problems. It is always best to talk very honestly and let your mum or dad know that you feel this way as its very often the case they do not know how it is affecting you.
Profile: kindandsincere33
kindandsincere33 on Apr 28, 2017
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Assess the message you're wanting to convey and how it's being delivered. Make changes if necessary and remember to stay calm, clear, and keep control over your emotions. Getting people to listen to you has a lot to do with the right timing.
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