#Consciousparenting

A new wave of parenting research highlights a simple truth: children listen better when conversations are respectful and emotionally intelligent. A CNBC report published on June 22, 2025, summarizes findings from a study of over 200 parent-child relationships. The research suggests that many “toxic” phrases trigger defensiveness and lessen cooperation, even when adults intend to be helpful. For Thai families, educators, and caregivers, the message is clear: adjust everyday language to foster autonomy, validation, and trust.

A new wave of research on effective parenting sheds light on an issue as old as parenthood itself: why children refuse to listen. A recent report by a leading expert in conscious parenting, published by CNBC on June 22, 2025, argues that the root cause may be far more subtle than outright rebellion — rooted instead in the very language adults use when communicating with young people (CNBC).

For Thai parents — and educators and caregivers — the findings underscore the importance of respectful, emotionally intelligent communication in nurturing the next generation. With research based on over 200 parent-child relationships, the core message is clear: common ’toxic’ phrases, while often habitual, tend to trigger defensiveness and lower cooperation among children. The study promotes a shift in parental language, advocating for phrases that foster autonomy and emotional validation rather than compliance born out of fear or shame.