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Where is my Fantasy Child?

Parenting & You With Dr. Shefali

CHAPTER

Navigating Parental Anxiety and Child Development

This chapter explores the challenges parents face when their children choose easier paths over more challenging ones, emphasizing the importance of resilience and grit. It highlights the detrimental effects of parental anxiety and the unintended messages of shame that can arise from well-meaning support. The discussion advocates for a shift in perspective, urging parents to celebrate their children's successes and foster authentic development rather than projecting their insecurities.

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