Building the inner strengths of calm and confident parenting during a child’s crucial first years
Taking care of yourself is key to taking care of your family.
We know that children need their parents for safety, comfort, understanding, and stability.
But it’s a lot harder to meet our children’s needs . . .when we are stressed, worn out, worried, or depressed.
You Matter and you are Not Alone.
This is your one-stop center to build inner strengths that will make day-to-day parenting more manageable and less stressful.
6 Pillars of Strength for Parents
We want you to thrive in your parenting journey. Below you’ll find the Six Key Strengths we’ve identified to empower you to help yourself help your child(ren).
Awareness
When you develop greater mindfulness, self-acceptance, and understanding of your own childhood and its effects, you can start to observe your own reactions without being carried away by them—fostering more secure attachment in your child.
Self-Care
When you make time for self-care, you’re recharging your own batteries and setting a wonderful example for your child. By prioritizing your well-being, you reduce stress and feel more energized, which helps you respond with more patience and love.
Emotional Balance
When you manage your emotions effectively, you’re better able to handle the ups and downs of parenting. This balance allows you to respond to your child’s needs with calmness and understanding, which fosters their emotional development as well.
Compassion
When you approach parenting with compassion, you create a safe space where your child feels heard and valued. This understanding helps you respond to them with kindness and empathy, especially during challenging moments when emotions run high.
Teamwork
As you develop the inner skills of effective communication, healthy assertiveness, and working through conflicts with co-parents, relatives, and friends, you’re more able to build the cooperation, trust, and home environment that you and your child(ren) need.
Community
It’s common to feel shy, different, or disconnected. But as you build confidence in advocating for yourself through overcoming social anxiety and identifying (actually) helpful resources, you’ll find the support your family needs to thrive.