As overwhelmed parents, one of the most helpful questions we can ask ourselves is this: “What is my objective?”
When we remind ourselves of the reason we’re doing something, we tap into our wisdom. We enable ourselves to move forward in a way that is kind, compassionate, and connected with the little being in front of us.
Revisit this newsletter to read more about parenting with emotional agility.
Susan David
Susan David, Ph.D. is one of the world’s leading management thinkers and an award-winning Harvard Medical School psychologist. Her TED Talk on the topic of emotional agility has been seen by more than 10 million people. She is a frequent contributor to the New York Times, Washington Post, and Wall Street Journal and often appears on national radio and television. Learn more.
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