To be or not to be a parent is an extremely important decision. Everyone should consciously and intentionally consider whether they are capable to raise a child, willing to devote a good amount of time and energy. We must nourish ourselves before we set out on the path to parenthood. Parenting is a journey where one must be present and pay complete attention. It is a commitment to be responsible and willingness is the prerequisite.
A Conscious Choice
The craftsmanship of parenthood blooms with effort and patience and should be enjoyed thoroughly come what may. A child is initiated into this world through the love and care of the parents. The parent should be prepared for the task of raising a child. Before undergoing the metamorphosis into a parent, one should be sensible enough to give it a thought. Societal pressure or fear of family reprimand should not be the reason to make the choice of having kids. The first step of mindful parenting starts with the distinctive reason behind an individual’s/ couple’s decision to have kids.
“Now we are just here to be memories for our kids…Once you are a parent you are the ghost of your children’s future.” -Interstellar
Be A Happy Parent
As the quote above points out parents are creating memories and the way a child is treated leaves psychological imprints which determines his attitude as an adult. Parenting is a combination of skills like common sense, gut feeling and affinity. Conscious reasoning takes place when a person is mindful of each action around him. To raise a responsible and happy child the parent should be responsible and happy. An unhappy childhood makes a person insecure and diffident.
Dr Delony Manuvel Ph.D.
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