Somehow I always thought I’d be a mother of sons. I was a bit of a tomboy for much of my life and also relate to the directness of men. When I was younger, I usually had male friends and I didn’t always get along with women. And here I am, raising daughters. I’m learning [...]
Posts Tagged ‘example’
Raising Daughters
Posted in Consciousness, Parenting, tagged daughters, example, mothering, Parenting, support, trust on September 15, 2009 | Leave a Comment »
Setting an Example When I’m Mixed Up
Posted in Consciousness, Parenting, tagged acceptance, example, honesty, kindness, Parenting, perfection, self-esteem, self-love, truth on September 14, 2009 | 3 Comments »
I am putting one foot in front of the other today, being an example of self-acceptance- a little bit at a time. Being an example, I remind myself- is not about perfection or doing things right. It’s about being honest, and hopefully kind. And even if my little ones are too young to understand it all, being an example is an ongoing process. Today’s lesson is an opportunity to be ready for the next lesson in acceptance, tolerance and love of myself.

