Trying to Parent by the Golden Rule

"Treat Others The Way You Want To Be Treated"

 

 

The golden rule is the core of parenting...

I treat my child the way I want to be treated.

I speak respectfully and with kindness.

I listen and hear her, and I work to understand her.
I invite her to learn from her mistakes without shame, blame, or pain.
I show her empathy and compassion.

I invite her to be a part of the planning and deciding.

I acknowledge her voice, her belonging, her significance.
I accept her unconditionally for exactly who she is right now.

 

 Sometimes I suck at following the golden rule...

I am imperfect. I make mistakes. I apologize.

I treat myself with respect and kindness.

I work to understand what is going on inside myself.

I give myself empathy and compassion.
I accept myself for exactly who I am right now.

I invite myself to learn from my mistakes.

...and I try, try, try again.