Saturday 6 April 2013
I liked this too much not to share...
I have been thinking a lot about this very topic lately. I especially like how he encourages parents to stop comparing themselves to the people who write how-to-be the-perfect-parent blogs. I plan to write a lot more about this topic very soon (the title will be "The Iron Rod does NOT go through the Great and Spacious Building"), but for now I want to remind those who feel desperately inadequate because of the many mommy blogs out there (or facebook, pinterest, magazines, TV, novels etc) that these sources are NOT gospel truths. They are personal opinions and experiences. Period.
What is truth? Scriptures, patriarchal blessings, spiritual affirmations, general conference talks, direction from priesthood authorities, and family relationships.
The reason why I feel so strongly about this is because I also struggle with comparing myself to others, especially when it comes to parenting. I think everyone does to a certain extent. The good thing is that if you're struggle with comparing, it probably means you really care about your kids. A LOT. Which is the most important thing in parenting anyway :)
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Love it! Thanks for sharing! And for the record, Emily, I've always thought you were and are a wonderful mother. :)
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