Peaceful Parenting — Steps For Self Control As A Parent

As a parent, the hardest thing is to stay calm. We all want to be kind, patient parents, but it doesn’t always work out that way.

As stress rises, we often find ourselves at the end of our rope, and then the inevitable happens. We yell!

Then the guilt sets in, and you feel like a failure. You may even decide that peaceful parenting isn’t for you and give up altogether.

It doesn’t have to be that way. Peaceful parenting is possible. Here are some tips on how to stay calm and patient with your kids.

What’s your motivation?

Think about why you want to be a kind, patient, peaceful parent. Think about the relationship you want with your kids now and when they are adults. For me, I don’t ever want my kids to doubt I love them.

Once you’ve figured out what your motivation is, keep reminding yourself about it when things get rough. Your motivation can carry you through the tough times.

Practice makes perfect

We have all heard the saying practice makes perfect, and it’s true. No matter if it’s sports, a musical instrument, or patience, we need to practice. What we practice is what we do. The more we practice gentle answers with our kids, the more…