All parents want their children to be able to vocalize how they are feeling--to own their emotions, their opinions, their fears, and their views of the world.
To achieve this, parents need to be models, showing their kids the importance of honest dialogue and effective listening.
But parents don't always feel prepared.
As both a teacher and school principal, Meredith Essalat has lived the daily challenges of helping children navigate through their young lives.
She has .