I am a mindful parent, which means that I strive to live in the present moment with openness, patience and kindness. This practice allows me to stay focused on my children’s growth, development, and well-being by taking into account any life changes or challenges that are happening in their lives right now. By staying connected to the current situation and not being too wrapped up in trying to predict what will happen next, I can offer more understanding and support as they navigate their growing changes.
Accepting the present moment is an integral part of parenting with mindfulness because it affords us an opportunity to take stock of our feelings about whatever might be going on at this time. It also gives us permission to approach stressful moments from a place of non-judgmental observation instead of acting out emotionally or reacting impulsively. Taking time for ourselves amidst challenging times give our children an example of how we can handle difficult situations gracefully when needed most.
Being patient is especially important for me as a mindful parent in order to provide my kids unconditional love and guidance through challenging times without overwhelming them with expectations or placing unreasonable demands upon them prematurely. Patience also helps foster positive communication between us while acknowledging others’ needs even if they don’t always perfectly match up with mine. Keeping open dialogue helps encourages better understanding between both parties despite different opinions or values that may arise during various stages of their lives together as family members!
Kindness seems like such a simple concept but many parents forget it when faced with difficult emotions coming from themselves or their children during critical moments throughout childhoods years ahead – “It takes strength far greater than harsh words could ever yield” (Ruth Fern). Working compassionately through these periods offers comfort & security while building trust & fostering deeper connections within relationships along way-it’s truly priceless!
By practicing acceptance, patience, & kindness – key components of mindful parenting – I believe our precious little ones have higher chance developing healthy emotional skills necessary facing world ahead positively secure knowing whatever comes have someone there unconditionally loving them helping make sense it all step time!