The Baffling Behavior Show {Parenting after Trauma} Ep. 125: When you Feel Like a Parenting Failure
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Apr 11, 2023 Parents often feel like failures, especially when trying to break the cycles of trauma. The podcast explores the emotional challenges caregivers face and the weight of unresolved issues. It emphasizes the significance of empathy and connection in understanding troubled behaviors. Community support plays a crucial role in healing and navigating these struggles. Insightful personal experiences enrich the discussion, making it relatable for those striving to be better parents.
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Parenting Fears
- Many caregivers worry about negatively impacting their children due to their past and vulnerabilities.
- This episode addresses those who feel they are making things worse, not better, despite their efforts.
Breaking Cycles
- Parents often strive to break negative parenting cycles but fall back into old patterns.
- This can lead to harmful behaviors they deeply regret, exceeding simple mistakes like unhealthy meals.
Awareness Matters
- Children value parental awareness of hurtful behaviors, even if change isn't immediate.
- Knowing their parent is trying, despite limitations, can be incredibly meaningful for a child.
