Parents do not dominate, or impose their opinions until all feelings and opinions have been heard. The meetings are run by a chairperson, who can be parent or child. Another family member acts as secretary, recording any decisions made at the meeting. Based on good communication Good communication requires willingness to listen and respond, to give and receive, and to acknowledge what is being communicated without manipulating, limiting or denying reality. Good communication is the ability to openly express one's own feelings and thoughts without judgment.
Good communication is respectful of all concerned.
Communication includes not only words, but also facial expression, intonation, volume, touch, and body movement.