Living free of parenting guilt does not make you irresponsible. Quite the opposite — it makes you responsible for the right things.

You already carry a lot as a parent, so why torment yourself on top of it with guilt? The consequences of parenting that is driven by guilt are pretty serious. To name a few:

❌ We are not our best selves when we carry the burden of guilt. ❌ We don't give children what they need because we misinterpret their behavior. ❌ We are at risk for burnout. ❌ We build up resentment and are prone to anger.

I think anger, and especially suppressed anger, is a huge consequence of guilt that is often underestimated. Needless to say, we need a solution. You can let go of guilt in 4 Steps:

📌 Understand the cost of guilt 📌 Prioritize needs over vague expectations 📌 Set healthy boundaries 📌 Re-evaluate standards & focus on values​

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Host: Julia Pappas, Psychologist & Parent Coach

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