Carlos Colon

The Listening Partnership impacts my life and parenting in a positive way. The Listening Partnership provides a weekly outlet that I didn’t recognize I needed. I express, to my listening partner, my anger, fears, and shortcomings without judgment. In sharing my feelings and thoughts, I have realized I am not alone as a parent. Through the engagement, I realize I do not have to bury my emotions until I erupt but rather I can express my feelings to an open ear and avoid an outburst. In conjunction with the Listening Partnership, The Parental Workshops have enabled my family to improve our views on communication with one another. For example, my wife and I have gained a new tool, Special Time, to help identify each of our children's needs. As parents, we have become more intentional as we spend time with our children. Going forward our intent and focus is on building stronger relationships and bonds.