This was an interesting read for me personally. I follow Dr. Becky on Instagram and have been known out in the world to say, "Well, Dr. Becky says ..." I subscribe so much to her approach and philosophy, yet I was still hesitant to purchase her book because I don't consider myself a person who reads parenting books. I think it's hard for someone to write a book on raising children when all children and families are so vastly different and complex. But it sounds like Dr. Becky wrote a true "parent" book, not a book on parenting or raising children but about being a parent. Even if it doesn't address my particular pain points at the moment with tactical advice, it is a comfort to know I have control over some part of this journey.
Courtney, my wife loves Dr. Becky and I try to follow her as much as I can. Love to read your stuff and share experiences from across the country. Keep up the good work.
If I may and if you haven’t yet read it, I recommend The Absorbent Mind by Maria Montessori. Not exactly about parenting but, insightful on development, education and our natures. Still ahead of its time since we have taken into consideration very little of her life’s work in terms of application.
I am grandma to a live-in 3 year old. I am also Highly Sensitive. What a relief to practice 15 minutes of undivided caring. I tend to care and over care ALL the time. That's exhausting for those of us who are wired to think more, feel more, notice more, sense more and yes CARE MORE as HSP's. Finally, I found the tool I need to let caring be a time bound form. As an oversocialized white woman who is forever being told I care too much or not enough, I believe my body. I sat down with my granddaughter and "allowed" undivided connection." We snuggled and connected. Surprisingly, the 15 minutes went longer. I've been sharing this frame with people I coach. Those struggling with care-giving find it an equally eye opening blessing. If you are ever interested in ways I pay attention to body and soul, sensitivity and my prime directive find me over at cynthiawinton-henry.com. The Hidden Monastery and the Art of Ensoulment. Thanks so much Courtney- I really enjoy what you have to share.
This was an interesting read for me personally. I follow Dr. Becky on Instagram and have been known out in the world to say, "Well, Dr. Becky says ..." I subscribe so much to her approach and philosophy, yet I was still hesitant to purchase her book because I don't consider myself a person who reads parenting books. I think it's hard for someone to write a book on raising children when all children and families are so vastly different and complex. But it sounds like Dr. Becky wrote a true "parent" book, not a book on parenting or raising children but about being a parent. Even if it doesn't address my particular pain points at the moment with tactical advice, it is a comfort to know I have control over some part of this journey.
Courtney, my wife loves Dr. Becky and I try to follow her as much as I can. Love to read your stuff and share experiences from across the country. Keep up the good work.
If I may and if you haven’t yet read it, I recommend The Absorbent Mind by Maria Montessori. Not exactly about parenting but, insightful on development, education and our natures. Still ahead of its time since we have taken into consideration very little of her life’s work in terms of application.
I am grandma to a live-in 3 year old. I am also Highly Sensitive. What a relief to practice 15 minutes of undivided caring. I tend to care and over care ALL the time. That's exhausting for those of us who are wired to think more, feel more, notice more, sense more and yes CARE MORE as HSP's. Finally, I found the tool I need to let caring be a time bound form. As an oversocialized white woman who is forever being told I care too much or not enough, I believe my body. I sat down with my granddaughter and "allowed" undivided connection." We snuggled and connected. Surprisingly, the 15 minutes went longer. I've been sharing this frame with people I coach. Those struggling with care-giving find it an equally eye opening blessing. If you are ever interested in ways I pay attention to body and soul, sensitivity and my prime directive find me over at cynthiawinton-henry.com. The Hidden Monastery and the Art of Ensoulment. Thanks so much Courtney- I really enjoy what you have to share.
I loved this interview, thank you for introducing me to Dr. Becky's work. Lots of highlights in My Pocket app; I'll be sitting with this one:
"Learning and feeling connected is the formula for change." (Feels like a relevant observation for parents and children)