Optimal Relationships Daily - Dating, Marriage and Parenting 2558: Are We Doing Too Much For Our Kids by Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply on Advice for Parents
Apr 18, 2025
Discover the impact of over-parenting on children's growth. Caregivers are encouraged to step back and let kids face challenges on their own. Explore the emotional conflicts parents experience when trying to help too much. Learn how positive communication can turn setbacks into valuable lessons, fostering resilience and independence. It's all about finding the balance between support and letting go, ultimately preparing kids for life's hurdles.
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Parents' Emotional Barrier
- Parents intellectually know they should allow children to make mistakes but emotionally struggle to do so.
- This conflict leads to confusion about when and how much to help children.
Assess Why You Help Kids
- Reflect on your reasons for helping your child before intervening.
- Clarify your parenting motives to make better decisions about when to help or step back.
Know Your Parenting Motive
- Understanding the motives behind overhelping children is essential to better parenting.
- Clarifying your parenting style helps you decide how much to step back.