
20/08/2025
Your Child Needs a Real Parent, Not a Perfect One
Your child doesn't need you to be happy all the time—they need you to be real. Showing a healthy range of emotions teaches them that it's okay to feel sad, frustrated, or overwhelmed sometimes. It’s not about hiding your struggles, but modeling how to work through them without guilt or shame.
When you name your feelings, take deep breaths, and return with calm, you’re showing your child emotional resilience. You don’t need to pretend everything’s fine—you just need to stay connected and present.
Give yourself the same grace and compassion you offer your child when they’re having a hard time. Healing together is more powerful than pretending to hold it all together.