Show Notes
In this insightful episode, Mireia Lopez speaks with Aisleen Harte - teacher, parent, and advocate for child empowerment - about how we can truly listen to our children and help them find and use their voice with confidence. Aisleen shares powerful, real-world strategies to build trust, foster communication, and cultivate emotional safety at home and in school. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or caregiver, this episode will challenge your assumptions and inspire you to rethink how you support the young voices in your life.
Key Takeaways Why children often don’t feel heard even when we think we’re listening. The importance of emotional safety in unlocking a child’s voice. How parents can co-regulate with their children instead of controlling them. Real-life scripts and strategies for fostering empowered communication. Why adult self-awareness is critical for raising confident kids.
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