Acknowledge First, Solve Later
One of the great dilemmas all parents face is how to strike a balance between instinct and rationale. Parenting instincts are strong. They’re ingrained in us. And they’re useful. We don’t need to think too hard about steering our kids away from a potential fall hazard or a sharp object. We don’t need to read books on how to soothe a crying child. We jus…
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