How do you make kids listen to us?

Look him in the eye. Then start talking. If he doesn’t look up, make sure you have his attention by asking “Can I tell you something?” When he looks up, then start talking. (Don’t be surprised when your child begins using this technique to get your attention before he tells you something.

How do you explain respect to children?

Showing respect to someone means you act in a way that shows you care about their feelings and well-being. Showing respect for others include things like not calling people mean names, treating people with courtesy, caring enough about yourself that you don’t do things you know can hurt you.

How do you get respect?

21 Ways You Can Earn The Respect Of Others

1. Be relentlessly proactive. Don’t always wait for direction from others.
2. Keep your promises.
3. Stop apologizing.
4. Don’t waste other people’s time.
5. Stop gossiping immediately.
6. Stop being too nice.
7. Practice humility.
8. Have a moral code.

How do you get a 12 year old to listen?

How to Get a Child to Listen

1. See things eye to eye. Get down to your child’s level and ask him to look directly at you while you are speaking to each other.
2. Listen to your child.
3. Find out why they’re not complying.
4. Keep your cool.
5. Explain that it’s not respectful.
6. Inject a little fun.
7. Turn the tables.
8. Be patient.

How do I teach my 12 year old respect?

How To Teach Respect

1. Stay calm and don’t overreact when you “think” your child is being disrespectful.
2. Identify the cause for disrespect and focus on teaching problem-solving alternatives.
3. Model how to be respectful by respecting your kids first.
4. Use kind and firm discipline to teach, not to punish.

How do I get my kids to listen 5 tricks?

How to get your kids to listen: 5 tricks to try

1. Stop talking. Sorry to say it, but parents talk too much.
2. Allow natural consequences to unfold. It’s time for less talk and more action.
3. Model active listening.
4. Love, love, love.
5. Whisper.