Why Good Intentions Aren’t Enough for Being a Parent
All the parents I have ever met want the same thing. Every parent hopes for their child to enjoy happiness, good health, security, success and independence. No parent wakes up in the morning and tries to think of ways they can sabotage the relationship between them and their child. The issue is that good intentions […]
A Key to Successful Parenting That Is Never Mentioned: Self-Awareness
Go to any book store, and you’ll see a variety of books about parenting advice. Some talk about discipline techniques. Others discuss communication skills, emotional awareness, setting boundaries, achievement in school, or helping your child become confident. All these topics have endless theories, strategies, and philosophies that will make you a great parent. However, there […]
Raising Adults, Not Children: The Mindset Shift Every Parent Needs
One of the biggest mistakes made by parents may be rather obvious. We dedicate ourselves to raising children when we should actually be trying to raise adults. While these two concepts may sound like similar, there’s a huge difference between them once you dig in. If you are currently parenting a child, you will be […]