Hi Danilo, I love your approaches. One problem I had recently is, I was dating a woman with 2 kids who claimed to want to be a peaceful parent but after 6 months it became more and more clear to me that she was using the peaceful parenting movement to be lazy and it turned into "non-parenting" .
So my question is where do you draw the line between peaceful parenting and non-parenting? This would help me in the future to recognize the difference much sooner so as I don't waste my time.
Even after this experience I am on board the peaceful and unschooling train but I will be more cautious.
Hey Tim. That is a very good question. My definition of peaceful parenting is being fully present for one's kids should they need you. At the same time allowing them freedom to play, create, and pursue their passions is vital to raising a healthy child. I see my role less as an authority figure that they must respect and obey by default and more as an advisor, friend, or confidante that they can come to for guidance and support. I try to give my kids as much freedom as the situation allows. I trust my kids' judgement for the most part. No parent wants to see their kids get hurt but trial and error is one of the best ways for kids to learn valuable lessons.
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Thanks! Being fully present with kids is vital to their health and well being. giving them freedom and trusting their judgement will help them grow into independent adults.
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