Self-Compassion Parenting Affirmations

Boost your emotional resilience with these affirmations from Happily Family that remind you that there’s no such thing as perfect parenting.

1. My child is not giving me a hard time, they are having a hard time.
2. Being in a family is how we learn to get along.
3. Parenting is the most important thing I will do all day.
4. I am safe.
5. My kids know that I love them.
6. My child doesn’t need a perfect parent. Kids just need “good enough” parents.
7. I cannot control anyone else, I can only control myself.
8. This is what it looks like before it all works out.
9. I am not responsible for my child’s actions; I am responsible for how I respond.
10. We will get through this together.
11. I’m trying the best I can.
12. I’m only human.
13. I’m still learning.
14. This is what it looks like for today.
15. I am not alone.
16. A lot of other parents also struggle with this.

After you choose one, write it on a sticky note, put it on your mirror, and say it to yourself every time you see it. If you slip into self-blame anytime during the week, say it to yourself again. (Next week you can choose a different affirmation and continue practicing these steps.)

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