Laura Lentz Instagram – I love my family!
This whole conversation reminded me about decisions we have to make as parents to create a space where honesty can actually happen.
We say we want it, but sometimes honesty is painful…
Things ive heard my kids tell me:
“Dad, I don’t know if I trust you.”
“Dad, sometimes I dont think you really see me.”
“Dad, there have been times where it feels you are always disappointed in me.”
“Dad, Im scared of your reactions sometimes and it makes me hesitate to talk to you.”
There was a time in my life where each of these statements would have brought a passionate defense, reasonable context and even a spin on what I heard that took the emphasis off of ME.
The growth I am passionate about pursuing, has put me in a different position to hear things like this should they come and use them as opportunities for connection, and fresh growth. It’s a choice to remain open that we can all make that I know can shift the entire dynamic of a family in very powerful ways.. And, it opens up better jokes too! A family that laughs a lot, is most likely one that feels safe around each other and that’s worth thinking about…
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I love you! Thanks for hanging with me and @lauralentz … proud of you! | Posted on 16/Jan/2025 00:42:22
