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Episode 2421:
Jodie Eckleberry-Hunt humorously chronicles the chaos of navigating her son's middle school experience, showcasing the overwhelming demands modern parents face. Through the mishaps and realizations, she finds perspective, embracing imperfection and recognizing the resilience and capability of her children while striving for balance.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://medium.com/@jeckleberryhunt/parenting-a-middle-schooler-have-a-laugh-on-me-even-psychologists-struggle-a96a00059268
Quotes to ponder:
"All I have is influence. Attempts to control come at a high cost."
"How is he supposed to learn how to manage himself if I am always doing it for him?"
"Kids are amazing people, capable of amazing things (lest we forget)."
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