While you certainly can't force your adult child to communicate with you, there are skills you can employ the next time you do have contact that will help them want to talk to you.

This episode outlines three things to get good at if you want to become your child's (or anyone else's) favorite confidant.

If you don't currently have contact with your child, that's okay. These skills require practice. Use the time available to try these with your spouse, friends, or even other relatives.

Once you become someone people look forward to talking to, you'll know you've sharpened your skills enough to attract more conversation from your child when he or she is ready.

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