Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled 5 Ways Parents Can Make Their Lives Easier Right Now
Apr 20, 2020
Janet Lansbury, an expert in parenting and child development, shares insightful strategies to ease the daily pressures of caregiving. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing self-care and adjusting expectations in a social media-driven world. By empowering children to take responsibility for their schoolwork and play, parents can foster independence. Janet also discusses how to embrace children's emotions while setting necessary boundaries, promoting resilience in a nurturing environment. Her practical tips aim to help parents navigate their challenges with confidence and grace.
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Accept The Passage
- We are in a passage and must adjust expectations because this period is unusual and temporary.
- Janet Lansbury urges staying in the now and observing children's slower, present-focused pace.
Release The Teacher Role
- Let go of responsibilities that don't belong to you, like becoming your child's schoolteacher during remote learning.
- Leave schoolwork to the child and their teacher and trust age-appropriate independence.
Be A Responsive Observer
- Avoid becoming your child's constant entertainer or playmate and instead be a quiet, responsive observer.
- Offer fully present short play sessions rather than performing to sustain your energy.