{"id":91150,"date":"2025-11-12T23:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-11-12T21:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/?p=91150"},"modified":"2025-11-12T13:18:46","modified_gmt":"2025-11-12T11:18:46","slug":"conversations-kids-hear","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/it\/conversations-kids-hear\/","title":{"rendered":"8 Conversations Your Kids Should Never Hear"},"content":{"rendered":"<style>img#mv-trellis-img-1::before{padding-top:66.266666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-1{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-2::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-2{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-3::before{padding-top:66.478342749529%; }img#mv-trellis-img-3{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-4::before{padding-top:66.452991452991%; }img#mv-trellis-img-4{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-5::before{padding-top:56.333333333333%; }img#mv-trellis-img-5{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-6::before{padding-top:56.25%; }img#mv-trellis-img-6{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-7::before{padding-top:56.315789473684%; }img#mv-trellis-img-7{display:block;}img#mv-trellis-img-8::before{padding-top:66.666666666667%; }img#mv-trellis-img-8{display:block;}<\/style>\n<p>Children soak up everything we say and do around them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And adults, in our rush to finish our chores and get through the day, can often forget that our words can leave <strong>a lasting impact<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Some topics are just too heavy for the little ears, so we must be mindful of what we say when they&rsquo;re listening.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are 8 conversations your kids really shouldn&rsquo;t hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Money Conversations<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-87331\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"497\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3.jpg 750w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"497\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20750%20497'%3E%3Crect%20width='750'%20height='497'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-87331 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-1\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3.jpg 750w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/child-roles-3-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When you&rsquo;re stressed about finances, it&rsquo;s understandable that you want to talk about it often, but try not to pass that stress to your children.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing you worry about bills can make them <strong>feel anxious and helpless<\/strong>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids don&rsquo;t understand adult financial struggles, but they can sense your worry and feel guilty for not being able to fix it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hearing money conversations might even make them think their actions &ndash; like asking for an allowance or pursuing sports &ndash; are adding to your burden.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You&rsquo;re making them feel <strong>responsible for adult problems<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Adult Fights and Arguments<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-91173\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91173\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20800'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='800'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91173 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-2\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-6-1-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Watching and overhearing fights between parents is very <strong>traumatic<\/strong> for children.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They&rsquo;re too young to understand grown-up issues, but they can feel the tension and anger like it&rsquo;s directed at them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Overhearing heated conversations makes them feel unsafe and confused.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>And it&rsquo;s no secret that most kids somehow end up feeling responsible for their parents&rsquo; fighting, even when it has nothing to do with them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always handle disagreements with your spouse <strong>privately and calmly<\/strong>, and create enough distance so your children can&rsquo;t hear you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Creating a peaceful environment is needed for kids to feel secure, and also to teach them healthy conflict resolution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Speaking Negatively About Family and Friends<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-91174\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1062\" height=\"706\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7.jpg\" alt=\"conversazione\" class=\"wp-image-91174\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7.jpg 1062w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-960x638.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1062\" height=\"706\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201062%20706'%3E%3Crect%20width='1062'%20height='706'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"conversazione\" class=\"wp-image-91174 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-3\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7.jpg 1062w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-960x638.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-7-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>If you talk badly about relatives or close friends in front of your children, they&rsquo;ll pick up on it, and often, learn to do the same.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids tend to <strong>imitate grown-up conversations<\/strong>, and hearing negative comments about loved ones can lead them to become judgmental people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can damage their future friendships and relationships, and even make them resentful down the line.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, try to model kindness and respect, even if you&rsquo;re upset.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can always sit down with a friend to spill some tea, but your children shouldn&rsquo;t hear it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Making a Child Pick Sides<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-91172\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"622\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1.jpg 936w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"936\" height=\"622\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20936%20622'%3E%3Crect%20width='936'%20height='622'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91172 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-4\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1.jpg 936w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-768x510.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-4-1-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Pitting a child against one parent or making them choose sides is nothing short of <strong>emotional abuse<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids love both parents, so involving them in these kinds of conversations is outrageous.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They may feel torn, guilty, and even betrayed, which can damage their sense of security and trust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of putting them in an <strong>impossible position<\/strong>, keep the children out of adult disputes and reassure them that both parents love them equally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s up to you to protect their innocence and let them be kids.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Comparing People<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-91175\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"676\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20676'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='676'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91175 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-5\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-1024x577.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-960x541.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-1080x608.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Whether you&rsquo;re comparing your child to others or criticizing someone else, it&rsquo;s not a conversation they should hear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Kids easily internalize what they hear and can develop skewed values, and even low self-esteem if it&rsquo;s them being compared to others.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Comparison sets an <strong>unhealthy standard<\/strong> and teaches them to judge others superficially.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They can also become insecure or overly competitive.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead, allow them to see you treating others with grace and respect.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They learn much more by observing you than you think.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Gossiping and Mocking Others<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-91166\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91166\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20960%20540'%3E%3Crect%20width='960'%20height='540'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91166 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-6\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-2-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Gossiping or mocking people around your kids teaches them that mistakes and differences are something to be ashamed of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When you talk poorly about someone, children learn that it&rsquo;s okay to shame or ridicule others, which easily <strong>leads to bullying<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>They might also start to worry about what others say about them when they&rsquo;re not there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be mindful of the conversations you&rsquo;re having within their earshot; children are, as you know, very <strong>impressionable<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Try to teach them that everyone deserves to be treated decently, and that mistakes are natural.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7. Commenting on People&rsquo;s Bodies<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-91171\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"535\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1.jpg 950w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"950\" height=\"535\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%20950%20535'%3E%3Crect%20width='950'%20height='535'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-91171 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-7\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1.jpg 950w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-768x433.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-18x10.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-728x410.jpg 728w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-480x270.jpg 480w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-320x180.jpg 320w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/conversations-children-3-1-170x96.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Harsh comments about someone&rsquo;s appearance can influence how children judge others and themselves.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you frequently criticize someone&rsquo;s body or appearance in front of your kids, they might develop unhealthy <strong>views about self-worth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&rsquo;s possible to promote physical beauty and healthy weight without putting anyone else down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Children learn from your attitude.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&rsquo;re having a conversation about someone&rsquo;s looks, especially if it&rsquo;s negative, make sure they&rsquo;re not there to listen.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8. Taking Negatively About Yourself<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-image-88260\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2.jpg\" alt=\"zodiac love difficult\" class=\"wp-image-88260\" srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-170x113.jpg 170w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\"><\/noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"data:image\/svg+xml,%3Csvg%20xmlns='http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg'%20viewBox='0%200%201200%20800'%3E%3Crect%20width='1200'%20height='800'%20style='fill:%23e3e3e3'\/%3E%3C\/svg%3E\" alt=\"zodiac love difficult\" class=\"wp-image-88260 lazyload\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 760px) calc(100vw - 40px), 728px\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2.jpg\" id=\"mv-trellis-img-8\" data-src=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2.jpg\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-960x640.jpg 960w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-1080x720.jpg 1080w, https:\/\/angelynum.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/zodiac-signs-love-2-170x113.jpg 170w\" data-trellis-processed=\"1\"><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">&copy; Unsplash<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>When you speak badly about yourself, children see that as a sign that imperfections are shameful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you tend to put yourself down in conversations or dwell on your failures, they&rsquo;re going to feel very self-conscious about ever making a mistake.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This can lead to low self-esteem and fear of trying new things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Essi <strong>mirror your behavior<\/strong>, and it stays with them well into adulthood, when it can likely be fixed only through conscious effort or therapy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides, in their eyes, you&rsquo;re everything.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you put yourself down and they hear it, they might start to <strong>feel lost<\/strong>.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Children soak up everything we say and do around them. 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