All of us have that guilty feeling from time to time and yet it is the most wasted emotion of all. We can’t take back words or actions, no matter how hard we wish.
If you are a parent, this guilt seems to be present even more. This useless feeling is a universal phenomenon.
Why does this “guilt trip” seem to be an expanding epidemic?
I believe the answer to that is (1) More women work away from home (2)Single-parenting is on the rise and (3) There are so many books written on how to be a “good” parent. The first two things I have mentioned will sometimes keep you away from the time you would be spending with your child. I firmly believe in quality, not quantity.
Now don’t get me wrong. There are many excellent books that have been written regarding child-rearing. I’m sure they are helpful. The point I am driving at is this; there seems to be a lot of pressure to be a “good parent.” We certainly should all keep trying but also, keep in mind that you have your own inner voice that tells you what is best for you and your child. What works for Johnny may not necessarily work for Mary. If...