Mindful Parenting Habits
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Mindful Parenting Habits

by Barrie Davenport, S.J. Scott

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How to be mindful and compassionate in the relationships with your children, your spouse, and yourself? Barrie Davenport and S.J. Scott suggest an answer in their Wall Street Journal best-seller “Mindful Parenting Habits”. The authors give valuable tips and techniques that are sure to help you in your journey as a parent.

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Parenthood is a challenging task for many people around the globe. With the development of technology, parents face more issues that previous generations didn't have to deal with. In the modern world, parents have to sort through numerous pieces of advice from different experts, cope with the image of marriage and the workplace in society, as well as manage ongoing technological upheavals.

One of the biggest challenges that parents face today is the overwhelming amount of recommendations on how to raise their children. It seems like everyone has an opinion, and your friends, family, and even strangers on social media are always ready to offer unsolicited advice. It's essential to be well-equipped to handle these situations and have more time to enjoy the good times and parenting.

Despite all the pressure and stress, being a mindful parent can bring a lot of joy to your children and family. Being mindful means trying to be present at both the good and bad times. It means treating yourself and your family with kindness and compassion and planning your actions rather than just reacting. By being mindful, you can create a more positive and peaceful environment for your family, which can ultimately lead to happier and healthier children.

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A mindful parent
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Three principles of mindful parenting
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Appreciation and awareness of the present time are the pillars of mindful parenting
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Never forget about yourself, and do not let challenges drive you crazy
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You need to have never-ending patience, inner serenity, and attentiveness
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Preschool period – time to set boundaries and process emotions
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Establish a routine for your children and keep them away from gadgets
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