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Signs of being an emotionally safe parent

From validating their emotions to holding clear boundaries, here are a few signs of being a parent who is emotionally safe for their children.

Published on: Aug 11, 2023 4:54 PM IST

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Parenting can be tricky – while we ensure to provide the children with the best of everything, we should also keep in mind to instill values, ethics and skills required to navigate through life. In the process, often we end up becoming strict and chaotic for the children. "Your child doesn't need perfection; they simply need a parent who keeps showing up, imperfectly and often," wrote Child Therapist Jess as she explained the signs of being an emotionally safe parent. (Unsplash)

Published on Aug 11, 2023 4:54 PM

Parenting can be tricky – while we ensure to provide the children with the best of everything, we should also keep in mind to instill values, ethics and skills required to navigate through life. In the process, often we end up becoming strict and chaotic for the children. "Your child doesn't need perfection; they simply need a parent who keeps showing up, imperfectly and often," wrote Child Therapist Jess as she explained the signs of being an emotionally safe parent. (Unsplash)

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When we end up making mistakes, we apologise to the children and do not live in the shadow of thinking that the parent is always right. This will give the children the sense of right and wrong and will make them want to approach us better.  (Unsplash)

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When we end up making mistakes, we apologise to the children and do not live in the shadow of thinking that the parent is always right. This will give the children the sense of right and wrong and will make them want to approach us better. (Unsplash)

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When the child is struggling with something, we do not scold them or point out their mistakes – instead we nurture them and make them feel better.  (Unsplash)

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When the child is struggling with something, we do not scold them or point out their mistakes – instead we nurture them and make them feel better. (Unsplash)

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We do not pick favourites between the children as that can lead to sibling rivalry later. We provide them with equal love, care and attention.  (Unsplash)

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We do not pick favourites between the children as that can lead to sibling rivalry later. We provide them with equal love, care and attention. (Unsplash)

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We do not judge or ridicule the way that the children are feeling, instead we try to put ourselves in their shoes and validate their emotions.  (Unsplash)

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We do not judge or ridicule the way that the children are feeling, instead we try to put ourselves in their shoes and validate their emotions. (Unsplash)

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The sense of healthy boundaries is meant to be instilled in children at an early age. We should hold clear boundaries.  (Unsplash)

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The sense of healthy boundaries is meant to be instilled in children at an early age. We should hold clear boundaries. (Unsplash)

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