A big part of fathering is getting to know your child better and growing your relationship. One key strategy is simple, but often overlooked.

A big part of fathering is getting to know your child better and growing your relationship. One key strategy is simple, but often overlooked.
As dads, sometimes we get upset and blow things out of proportion when there’s really so much to the picture that we don’t see.
Far too many kids feel like they’re distractions and interruptions from more important things in their dads’ lives.
We’re thinking about them–what’s happening in their world. We’re stepping out of our own issues and concerns and being all about theirs.
Problems arise for dads because many of us want the plain, cold facts, and our children don’t always communicate that way.
When a dad says he wants better communication with his kids, he shouldn’t just jump in and start talking. The first thing he needs to do—and do well—is listen.
We all want to be listened to. But truly listening isn’t always easy. Here are a few tips to help you become a good listener to your son. For more resources on understanding your son, read: Just understand your son. Just be DAD - 5 Things Your Son Wants to Tell You
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