Strict…

Email: Are you a ‘strict’ parent, style? (India)

Unsure of ‘strict’ context. Each parent has a unique style, approach.

Prefer a playful style. Girls feel free to curiously explore, express individuality, emotions. No expectations of specific outcomes (top grades). Realise value, grew up in very protected environments, huge expectations

Kids should feel comfortable expressing vulnerable selves, sharing sensitive situations, emotions. Unafraid of making mistakes, no judgements. That’s how they learn, grow humbly, calmly, confidently.

Try to leverage inspiring, fun storytelling to help find their own spark, sparkle. ‘Adventures of Princess Po-Po, dog Mojo’! A life message in each story which the kid has to guess – e.g. value of generosity, compassion. Practical tips like budget management. Kids decide pocket money allocations in 3 distinct categories – spend, save, give!

One’s extroverted, sporty, analytical, structured. Other’s emotional, introverted, creative, sensitive. Just inseparable – collaborate, celebrate, complement brilliantly! 

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