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Mindful Parenting is a contemplative practice through which we become more mindful of our children and, in doing so, experience a more joyful life.
The Morning Sip: Feeling Frustrated,
Get
Mindful
As summer is upon us, you may be spending more time
with your child. In many cases, this will be the source
of greater joy and, from time to time, greater frustrations.
While
feeling frustrated is a normal feeling, it is not one that persists
while engaged in the practice of mindful parenting. Nor is it
one that naturally arises from a mindful state.
This is an important
point because it means that a state of frustration derives from an
unmindful place.
Today, let any feelings of frustration you may
feel when interacting with your child serve as a wake up call to greater
mindfulness.
I am feeling frustrated
Let me open my mind
To the
heart of my child
Oftentimes the frustration results when you
are engaged in some sort of battle with your child. At that
moment, you both want different things. Open awareness to what
your child is asking for and whether your opposition is really necessary.
Many times it is not -- our egos get a little too absorbed in the
parenting process.
Let go and observe any changes in your
feeling and body states. Observe the magic of mindfulness
Experiencing the Joy of
Connecting With Our Children
The Mindful Parent
Your mindful parenting practice tip
of the day.
Be
sure to
sip slowly
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