Respectful Parenting: Janet Lansbury Unruffled

I Don't Like My Kids, and That Breaks My Heart (A Parent Consultation)

Jan 28, 2025

A parent grapples with overwhelming feelings of irritation and guilt while loving her kids. The discussion emphasizes the crucial role of boundaries, suggesting that sometimes a softer approach can yield better results. Funny anecdotes about chaotic mornings highlight the challenges of sibling rivalry. Strategies for maintaining composure amidst disruptions are shared, advocating for light-heartedness in tough moments. Ultimately, the conversation encourages self-forgiveness and understanding, paving the way for a more harmonious family dynamic.

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Recognizing feelings of irritation and frustration in parenting is common, highlighting the importance of self-forgiveness and understanding.

Establishing clear boundaries while maintaining emotional calm can transform parent-child interactions and encourage healthier relationships.

Deep dives

Managing Parental Irritation

Many parents experience phases of irritation with their children, despite loving them deeply. One parent expresses feeling overwhelmed and caught in a cycle of frustration, where they react with anger rather than demonstrating love and compassion. The importance of recognizing these feelings as common and natural in parenting is underscored, emphasizing the need for self-forgiveness. Understanding that these emotions do not indicate a failure as a parent can pave the way toward developing healthier relationships with their children.

Intro

5min

Navigating Parenting Boundaries

11min

Chaos and Connection

4min

Navigating Parenting with Composure

7min

Navigating Parenting Challenges with Grace

4min

Janet consults with a distressed parent of two boys who feels stuck in a destructive pattern. She describes how she's struggling with feeling constantly irritated, overwhelmed, and just angry. “I love my kids more than anything,” she says, “but they’re driving me crazy.” Janet agrees with the mom that boundaries are a big part the issue and suggests a new approach for her to try. Surprisingly, the solution they come up with is not stricter enforcement, but just the opposite.

Learn more about Janet's "No Bad Kids Master Course" at: NoBadKidsCourse.com.

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