Communication and Listening Skills Good communication and listening skills are vital parts of raising healthy kids. They build stronger family relationships and improve your child’s self-esteem. When you take the time to listen to your child, you demonstrate that they are important to you and worth your attention. Active Listening Active listening is a communication skill that promotes empathy and attunement in the listener. This involves being present and receptive to what the speaker is saying and paying attention to their body language, eye contact, and tone of voice. It is important to develop good listening skills if you want to have effective communication with your children. It will also help you develop a close relationship with them that is full of trust and…