Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled Too Needy, Too Stubborn, Too Emotional, Too Bossy, Too...
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Feb 4, 2025 Parents often worry that their children's traits, like sensitivity or bossiness, are negative. Instead, these behaviors can be seen as strengths that foster emotional depth and social skills. Embracing a child's emotional expressions promotes healthier peer relationships and provides crucial social learning opportunities. This discussion emphasizes the importance of viewing these traits with an open mind, enhancing parent-child connections and trust in the child's growth journey.
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Parental Fears and Perceptions
- Parents often view children's traits negatively due to their own fears and concerns.
- This prevents them from seeing their children clearly and appreciating their positive traits.
Sensitivity as a Superpower
- Reframe sensitivity as a strength, not a weakness, in children.
- Provide boundaries and honesty instead of overprotecting sensitive kids.
Trusting the Child's Process
- Trust your child's process and avoid projecting your anxieties.
- Parental anxieties can worsen a child's existing concerns.