I really appreciate the insight that the most important thing I'm teaching my kids is "management of failure." I'd extend that to all negative emotions. When things go right it's "just" about being present with the joy. But when my daughter is frustrated, that's when the real parenting works happens - if I'm able to be with her with what…
I really appreciate the insight that the most important thing I'm teaching my kids is "management of failure." I'd extend that to all negative emotions. When things go right it's "just" about being present with the joy. But when my daughter is frustrated, that's when the real parenting works happens - if I'm able to be with her with what's hard for her, and not need her to be all fixed up real quick.
I really appreciate the insight that the most important thing I'm teaching my kids is "management of failure." I'd extend that to all negative emotions. When things go right it's "just" about being present with the joy. But when my daughter is frustrated, that's when the real parenting works happens - if I'm able to be with her with what's hard for her, and not need her to be all fixed up real quick.