049: Finding Gratitude In Parenting & Seeing The Hidden In Our Children

Parenting is so hard Kids are so difficult We are so worn out and nothing is working There is nothing to be grateful for Ugh     Although there are times when all of this feels very true, let's also find the courage to look for that which makes it all worth it. We will find many things to be grateful for which may not be immediately visible to us. We begin to see what's there, as soon as we stop ruminating about what isn't there.   Everything we have ever put our energy into, gives us something back.   When we put so much energy into parenting, wouldn't it be only fair that we got some of it in the return? And it does, if we know how to see. We need to look to things that make it all worth it, no matter what.  Take a listen...       Want more ideas? Sign up here for the Emotionally Intelligent Parenting training.   Host: Julia Pappas, Psychologist & Parent Coach With questions and comments, please reach out on Instagram @theparentingpresence. Additional info is available at theparentingpresence.com  

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The "parenting presence" is the inner strength and gentle wisdom available to any parent who is willing to spend time to get to know themselves. Parents who learn how their own emotional regulation works, how their needs are met, and how actions are guided by thoughts and interpretations — also discover an amazing source of influence and guidance available to them in parenting. Why? Because when parents know the rhythms of their own inner workings, they are also able to discover what makes their child tick. We have many questions when it comes to parenting and just about everywhere we turn – someone’s got the answer! But how do you tease out what really matters? The PARENTING PRESENCE framework is your guide to parenting essentials and it consists of THREE CORE ELEMENTS. It is based on simple principles of child development and incorporates deep personal values everyone holds as a parent. This is a podcast about the most essential parenting skills we need in order to raise children with confidence and intention. Isn’t it so much better to know with certainty what to do, rather than follow random advice? Exactly! Join Julia Pappas, Psychologist and Parent Coach, on the mission towards informed parenting simplicity. What to do when children have strong emotions? What if the child’s behavior is out of control? How to manage our own anger and frustration? Find answers to your burning questions and get strategies that work today and bring maximum impact for long-term sustainable relationship with your children. For show notes, downloadable parenting resources, and more information, please explore each episode.