Buttons Quote by Katrina Kenison
“we can learn to trust our maternal selves and to have faith in the innate goodness and purity of our children - even when we feel overwhelmed and the kids are pushing all our buttons. we can support one another…we can be understanding of each other and easier on ourselves.”
About This Quote
Cultivating trust in our nurturing instincts and believing in children's inherent goodness helps us stay compassionate amid parenting stress.
In simple terms: Believe in kids' purity despite challenges.
Key Takeaway
Compassion sustains parenting resilience.
Themes
parenting
trust
empathy
self‑compassion
Mood
hopeful
reassuring
Type
advice
When to use this quote
- overwhelming bedtime routines
- conflict with teenage children
Key Concepts
inner child work
Practical Applications
- practice mindful listening
- share feelings with other parents
Questions to Reflect On
- What does 'maternal self' mean to you?
- How can you model empathy for your children?
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