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Parenting

Shame versus Guilt

What is shame? Shame is a feeling of embarrassment and humiliation that makes us feel fundamentally flawed. Shame becomes harmful when it is internalized and results in a harsh perception of self and feelings of worthlessness. What is guilt? Guilt is a feeling that happens when a person believes or realizes that they have done […]

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Childhood is a Privilege

Childhood is a privilege. I\’ve worked with many kids throughout my life whether in social work, education, nanny, etc., and I\’ve seen many different approaches and understandings about childhood. There usually seemed to be this struggle between allowing for curiosity, playfulness, and mistakes versus preparing children for the realities of the world, society, and life.

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