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If Parenting Were a Job, Here’s What the Job Description Would Look Like

parentotheca — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 14:17:18 +0000

Parenting is the toughest, most rewarding job on the planet. It comes with no salary, no paid time off, and no formal training—yet it demands skills that rival those of top executives, therapists, educators, and chefs combined. Over the years, I’ve held many professional roles—working in a major steel company, then in a French bank, […]

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Break the Cycle: How to Rewire Your Reactions and Become a Calmer Parent

parentotheca — Thu, 06 Mar 2025 13:24:31 +0000

Parenting is the ultimate test of emotional resilience. On my quest to become a more proactive and less reactive parent, I started digging deeper into why certain situations triggered intense emotional reactions. Yelling, snapping, saying things I’d regret later—it was as if, despite knowing all the right parenting strategies, something deep inside me would short-circuit, […]

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Step-by-Step Guide to Proactive Parenting: Effective Strategies to Stop Reacting and Start Leading

parentotheca — Fri, 28 Jun 2024 08:54:16 +0000

Parenting is a tough job. If you’ve ever found yourself yelling, nagging, or rolling your eyes at your kids, you know what? You’re not alone. We’ve all been there. In fact, I’ve been there more times than I’d like to admit. Just the other day, I had one of those nightmare mornings. You know the […]

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NSDR: Quick Energy Hack for Sleep-Deprived Parents

parentotheca — Fri, 23 Feb 2024 12:59:50 +0000

In my last post, I talked about the sneaky supervillain that not only sabotages my gentle parenting efforts but also wreaks havoc on my self-regulation, productivity, mood, and everything in between – a sleepless night. Now, let’s talk solutions. I’m excited to introduce you to a scientifically-backed protocol that has been a game-changer for me […]

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Gentle Parenting: One Thing That Makes It Tough

parentotheca — Tue, 20 Feb 2024 11:34:56 +0000

Most days, I give myself mental high-fives for being a calm and positive parent. Yet, there are moments when it seems my superpowers have deserted me, and the task of “taking a deep breath and responding calmly” feels as daunting as scaling Everest in flip-flops. I thought about it a lot during my Wise Parenting […]

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14 Date Night Ideas to Reignite the Spark (Without Leaving Home!)

parentotheca — Wed, 14 Feb 2024 22:51:47 +0000

Raising tiny humans is pure joy, but let’s be honest – between the whirlwind of laughter and tears, the to-do list that seems to stretch to infinity and beyond, it’s easy to feel like your love life gets lost in the shuffle. But here’s the secret sauce for happily ever after: make time for each […]

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Roughhousing: 3 Wrestling Games Your Kids Will Beg For!

parentotheca — Mon, 18 Sep 2023 09:44:48 +0000

Are you looking for a great roughhousing activity to enjoy with your child? Well, look no further! I’ve got three fantastic games that promise loads of laughter and unforgettable memories that will last a lifetime. In my previous article, we delved into the importance of parent-child roughhousing and went through some excellent tips from the […]

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