Parenting

Some concepts in psychology never get old. Instead, they grow stronger. Social comparison — comparisons we make with other people — is one of such concepts. Imagine all the thoughts that pass through an adult’s mind in an ordinary day. Of all those thoughts, 7.1% is social comparisons, a study…

One of those things I try to instill in my children is that we all need moments of calm, quiet, and isolation. They were young when I taught them The Momma Moment. When I am overwhelmed by questions, noise, and the endless amount of household duties and I feel myself…

The gift of giving birth does not mean it entitles parents to control their children. On the contrary, parents should accept their rights with maturity and wisdom. Parenting is the most sacred role any human might get, the part that can create another human to progress rather than build an…

Growing up, you start your life’s education with your parents. They are your first point of contact with the world. As they feed you, listen to you, watch you grow up and discipline you, you are being influenced and steered into a direction of which they believe will give you…

Because I am still working it out — There are many things I’m unsure about when I think about if I want to try to have children. Hearing other women’s stories of pregnancy loss and difficulties getting pregnant reminds me that I shouldn’t assume it’ll happen even if I eventually decide I want it to happen. But since…

The path to maturity for both of us — Holiday, lose myself in the music. 80’s videos with women, perfect hair of Princess Diana. Shy, graceful and elegant. The songs of youth, the joy of self-discovery, disappointment. Young and foolish, I could make the world a better place. And then, And then, talk with my son, almost a man, and realize I have…