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

i understand how you might feel in this situation. there have been times in my life where i have felt alone also. you know you better than anyone and you should follow your heart and discuss with your parents how you might be feeling. they might understand and take what you are saying seriously if you sit them down and have a talk with them face-to-face about your problem. if you have any other questions, contact a 7cups listener for a chat with a helper to get you through a tough time and help understand and place your feelings.

Ways to get your parents to really listen to you. Is to approach them at the right times. Many time Timing is everything. Use 'I' statements so they know your serious about what you would like to discuss with them. You can also do The 'no pressure' approach to communication can work really well. You can also try some active listening. If you want your parents/carers to listen to you, you kind of have to listen to them also because communication is key. If the talk isn't going as planned you can always take a discussion break and try again when you all have more time to discuss your situation.

Most of the parents find their kids 'not' mature enough to take major decisions or having opinions or certain topic. It is not right. But it is okay and understandable. They think they know what's best for their children. It all goes in a process, if you don't do anything so that your parents can trust you and listen to you, then they obviously don't. Discussing such things in a calm and peaceful mood is the ultimate key. But before entering the negotiation ring, make sure you are ready, and have arguments to offer. It will all go little by little, don't expect huge changes since the first time. And don't forget to always keep calm and understanding. Don't impose your ideas.

it can be so frustrating when your parents don’t listen to you. i don’t know all the details but if it’s only one subject they don’t listen to you about you could try saying it in a different way? however if you feel like your parents just don’t list to you at all you could try telling them that they are doing this as well as how it made you feel. i hope everything goes well and please remember you are loved and deserve to be heard. if you need to talk to someone more then i’d suggest you talk to a listener :)

The best way to have your parents to listen to you is for you to show responsibility and accountability. Parents often assume that children are immature and irrational and no sense of commitment. They assume that we won't be able to achieve goals or perform a task correctly. By showing them that we have enthusiasm, responsibility and accountability through our actions, it would be possible to portray that we would be able to help them rather than hinder them in whatever they want done. Giving them some time and space would also help in getting your parents to listen to you.

Time it right. Timing is everything. Whether you’re after some emotional support or the latest iPhone, you’ve got to time it right. Tune into what’s going on in the family, and pick a time to talk when the olds aren’t stressed or distracted by other things. The ‘no pressure’ approach to communication can work really well. Here’s how you do it: ‘Hey, I wanted to talk to you about [your subject], but I don’t need an answer right now. I just want to put it out there for you to think about and get back to me when you’re ready.’

You should wait till they have some free time and are calm. Then step up to them, make sure they are not mad at you. Approach them calmly and tell them you want to talk, tell them you want to tell them something but they are not allowed to interrupt you. Give your little speech, make sure you are not yelling or crying but being serious. Parents don't take emotional teens serious. Make sure you have written down some points before, as you will probably forget something in the middle of speaking. Then when you are finished let them give their side. This will be a path to an agreement.

One thing you might try is to sit down and write them a letter explaining the issues you are experiencing in a noncritical or judging way. Put your sentences in the form of I feel statements and put it in an envelope and mail it to them or leave it where they can see it. This may help to open up the line of communications. You can ask them why it is that they will not listen to you, and if they give you a reason be willing to adjust and make the change they are requesting. As a parent myself sometimes I turn a death ear when I know the child is feeding me a bunch of crap. But I still let them tell their story. Ask if there is something you can do to make communicating and being listened to more I hope this works for you, not being listened to is a very hard place to be.

I felt the same way growing up. As I got older I realized my Parents cared about me a lot but had a lot on their minds. What do you think the best way is to approach them so you can feel heard? Have you tried sitting down with them and discussing how you feel about this and asking for their help in resolving the situation. I have found it helps to use I statements as in "I feel_______ rather than you statements. I statements make most people less defensive. I wish you luck and I am sure you can figure things out as you know them best

Talk to them. Sit them down and have a conversation with them. I find it is always better to compromise instead of arguing. Don't let your feelings stay bottled up and fester until you have a lot of issues. You should be as forward and honest as is possible with your parents. They are much more likely to listen to you and your worries if you sit them down and talk to them like adults. They will take you more seriously than if you were to throw a tantrum to get their attention. Always be honest, and just talk thing out.