Ep. 161 How to talk to your parents so they actually hear you — how to twenty-something

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If you have ever felt like your parents just do not hear you no matter what you say, this episode is going to help you figure out why and what to do about it. A big part of the problem is not what you are saying but the dynamic you are both unknowingly stuck in, and once you understand it, everything changes. I am walking you through the most common mistakes people make when bringing news or updates to their parents, why having a plan completely changes the outcome of those conversations, and how the relationship you build with your parents day to day matters just as much as how you deliver the news in the moment. I also get into what to do when the conversation starts to go sideways despite your best efforts, because their reaction is one thing you cannot control but how you show up is entirely up to you. If you have been putting off a hard conversation with your parents or keep finding that things go left no matter how hard you try, this one is for you.

Key Takeaways:

Are you acting immature or are your parents treating you like a child?
A plan turns a confession into a conversation
Decide before the conversation whether you are asking for help, advice, or just want to be heard
Always lead with context and follow with what you are doing about it
The relationship you build with your parents day to day directly impacts how conversations go when things get hard
Treat your parents like people, not an ATM, not a therapist, not a personal assistant

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