Mistakes donât define usâhow we repair does. đ Yelling happens. We may say things to our kid or do things we donât mean. Part of being a more conscious parenting is recognizing these moments and taking accountability for it. Repairing with our kids teaches them two powerful life lessons: ⨠Emotional regulationâWe show them that even when we feel out of control, we can regulate and make things right. â¨AccountabilityâWe model taking responsibility for our actions, a skill theyâll carry into their own relationships. Another part of repair is to realize if yelling or behaviors that are not conducive to effective communication are becoming the rule and not the exception; because part of repair and accountability is actually trying to change your behavior in the long run too. The goal isnât to have the âperfectâ words when repairing; you donât need to memorize my response in these examples. Instead, itâs about creating a consistent pattern of ownership, connection, and love. Kids donât need perfectionâthey need to see that mistakes are normal and can be used as opportunities to grow. Give yourself grace, and remember: the more you practice regulating your emotions, the easier it getsâeven on those days when youâre fueled by crumbs, caffeine, and sheer willpower, and your child chooses THAT moment to spill your coffee or sneeze directly into your face. đ Share this if you found it helpful. Whatâs one way youâve modeled repair with your kids? Letâs share and learn from each other! đ
