Good Afternoon Friends! How are you all doing?
I just came back from a lovely walk. There is a cold front coming through and the temperatures are going to fall through this afternoon so I wanted to get in my walk early.
I realize how important it is to give kids their space. My son seemed a little quiet this morning and while I was trying to talk to him, he clearly wanted to eat his breakfast without hearing my voice. I realized that maybe he is still tired and just did not feel like talking, which is absolutely fine.
He still does not feel like talking and has been quiet. So I decided that I am going to limit my conversation with him today and just keep reminding him that I love him no matter what. He is a pre tween so I know those hormones are kicking in and he is also trying to figure out all the changes happening within him.
I also will let him know that I am here in case he wants to talk about anything. I noticed that it is important to give them the space and just let them be. I am not going to keep asking what's wrong but just holding the space so he feels free to just be.
A lot of times we as parents want to keep asking the questions, but sometimes, its just best to let them be and hold the space for them. At home is where they feel comfortable to just be themselves. Since my kids are getting older, I realize that you really can't take it personally when they don't want to be near you and need space.
Give them the space or anything else they need and keep reminding them that you are here for them. That's what I am doing.
Parenting is hard and there are no rules but just one, love them no matter what.
Wishing you peace and happiness from my heart to yours!
Peace
Monita
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