We are used to thinking time is mostly used by children. In principle, adults do not need that type of reflection because we are the ones who must teach children to reflect and find emotions and good actions, right? Well actually, parents need even more time to think than their children.
Why? Because a parent with exacerbated emotions will not be able to teach their child to calm down or understand their emotions. It is essential that a parent understand their own emotions first so that later, they can guide their children in the best way.
What is parenting time like
As you relax at the end of the day, once the kids are in bed it might seem ideal in theory, you're probably too tired to enjoy it. How about giving yourself some quality time in the morning? By waking up 15 to 30 minutes before the official start of the day with your family, you can enjoy a cup of coffee or tea as you like. Sit outside and enjoy the sounds of birds with your pet or just savoring the solitude.
Avoid the blame trap
This may make you feel guilty for not spending the most time with your children, but stop thinking like that because you need this extra time to later be the best father or mother. Guilt is partly what we think we should be doing and partly influenced by what is considered to be a 'good mother or father'.
Keep in mind that nobody is perfect. Not even you. CFocus on what you are doing and why you are doing it. Usually that little person is right in the center of everything, motivating everything you do ... or is he? In the end, while the big things are important, the little things carry more weight than we think, from making popcorn, sharing a smoothie, watching TV or having dinner together ... you are creating special memories that will continue long after your guilt. .