At some point in my web travels I came across a parenting daily affirmation site called the Daily Groove by Scott Noelle. Every morning there is a nice little parenting piece in my inbox. Somethings they really speak to what I am going through, sometimes not so much.
The one that I received on Monday was titled, "Unconditional Presence: The Oak Tree." Scott asks us to imagine an oak tree-that the great oak tree stands tall not because it is taking a defensive stance against the world, rather, it is simply just present and there. It is focused, rooted-unconditionally.
He challenges us to take the same attitude when it comes to parenting. When our children challenge us with their behavior, don't resist, just be present. Be rooted in how you handle and respond to the situation.
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