The Two Paths of Parenting: Which Pattern Are You Following?
By Professional Certified Coach
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Every parent stands at a crossroads
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The choices we make in how we relate to our children don't just affect today—they shape the adults our children will become
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After working with thousands of families, I've observed two distinct parenting patterns that span generations: the Power Pattern and the Empowerment Pattern
The Power Pattern: Parenting Through Control
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The Power Pattern operates on a simple but damaging premise: "I'm the parent, you're the child, and what I say goes
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This approach has been passed down through generations, often without question
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Parents who use this pattern may not even realize they're doing it—it's simply how they were raised
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In the Power Pattern, children must jump through hoops to earn love and approval
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Their feelings don't matter, or worse, are seen as man.. Read more »