![]() Unfortunately it’s taken a whole generation to begin convincing society to see the negative effects of helicopter parenting, over-scheduling kids’ activities, and not allowing children to fail/learn from their mistakes early on before it becomes life changing. ![]() I’ve noticed the more I am present for my children when they need it, they become less clingy and more content they are. Even though I grew up successful using my own strengths, the fact that I had to go against their wishes still created an underlying insecurity that still exits. My whole life, my family pushed their agenda on me in areas I didn’t shine or care for. I’ve become more conscious of not pushing my agenda on them but helping them cultivate their own unique strengths. We’ve recently found their passions in gymnastics and golf. This book helped me put my own situation in perspective as I have a gifted child and a child with special needs. I’m glad that I had access to this book while my children are still small. ![]() ![]() The boundaries are now blurred because we have been bombarded with technology in a short period of time. Today, parents are completely distracted with their iPhones and social media, not to mention work. ![]()
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