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Welcome to The P.A.R.E.N.T. Method!
Hello Parent, I am so excited you are here! We are going on a journey together that will help you create the relationship with your adult child you have always wanted. Parenting in this season is not for the faint of heart and I know from personal and professional experience what it takes to be a successful parent to adult kids. You are already ahead of the curve. You are here, hungry to learn, and wanting to grow! Your children are fortunate to have a parent like you who is teachable and willing to invest in your relationship with them. There is no ceiling on a parent who is committed to being the best version of themselves and you will learn on this journey how to be who your child needs you to be: Accepting, emotionally safe, and worthy of trust. Parenting is about you and how you show up in the relationship, not how your children turn out. This is your journey so take whatever time you need to walk through this framework. I have helped parents for over 40 years and I have implemented what you will see and hear with my own adult children, who are in their 40's. I will take you through this process step by step so you know exactly how to incorporate these skills and insights into your life. I want you to be kind to yourself as you start this process. There are millions of parents who have the same questions so take comfort in knowing you are not alone. The good news is that now you are a part of a community who will learn together how to parent adults with confidence and grace. Thanks again for being a part of the P.A.R.E.N.T. Method community. Let's get started! Warmly, Catherine
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What Does Love Look Like To You?
This questions seems simple at first glance but the longer you sit with it, the more you might end up staring back at it with more questions than answers. If that is what happens, it is okay. Sometimes it is in moments like this we gain key insights into who we are. We throw the word "love" around a lot but what do we really mean when we say it. Many parents would have variations of meaning but the common theme would be centered on having a strong, positive emotion towards someone you value. As you think about being loved, describe how you will know when it is happening. My last question is this: Is there a difference in being loved and being valued? If so, I would love to hear how you define the differences.
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A Truth We Need to Remember
It is very easy for us to lose sight on what really matters. One of the challenges for us is the familiarity we have with each other. It is easy to take things for granted - habits, traditions, beliefs, etc. - because we have history. You often see that when a child marries or dates someone who sees things through a totally different lens. It is only then that we realize that "our normal" may not be everyone else's normal. The focus we need to prioritize is the relationship and not the issues that so often divide us. In a world of differences, it is easy for people to perceive them as a threat instead of an opportunity. We may not understand how our children shifted or switched in their thinking or beliefs and I know that is challenging on many levels. However, the question is this: Can you love your children whether you understand them or not? I can tell you that your kids know the depth of your love and acceptance so it is important for you to be honest with yourself first before you try to convince them that above all they matter most. We don't have to agree with their thinking to love them. What we do need to recognize is the importance of being laser focused that we love them purely because they are worthy of it. When they were little they would walk in the room and we would smile simply because they existed. Is that how you love your adult children today? Think about it.
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Where is your focus?
I want to ask you a question: What is the most important to you regarding your relationship with your adult children? I would love to know so please share it here in the community. Thanks!
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