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How To Be A Perfect Parent
Is there such a thing as a perfect parent?
Okay so lets get one thing straight, there is no such thing as a perfect parent. All we can hope for is to be loving, understanding and compassionate parents.
You are going to make mistakes, and that’s okay. Your kids don’t expect you to be perfect. Although at times they do expect you to be a superhero.
I learned a long time ago I was not a perfect person, so why should I think I can be a perfect parent. I have made mistakes, and I’m sure I will make a lot more.
I no longer try to be perfect and you shouldn’t either. It’s okay to make mistakes. It can actually be healthy for your children to know that you make mistakes just like they do.
Imagine how much stress you will take away when you stop trying to be perfect.
Your kids will love you even with all your mistakes and bad choices.
It’s okay to admit to your kids when you have made a mistake or a bad choice. Letting them see you are taking responsibility for your choices in life can help them learn to deal with the bad choices and mistakes they will make.
Parenthood is not about being the perfect parent, It’s about loving your kids and showing them compassion. It’s about teaching them how to navigate through life and to learn from there failures.
Let’s face it there will never be such a thing as a perfect parent, but that doesn’t mean you can’t be a good one. So, give you kids a hug and love them, no matter what mistakes they make.
