{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"170: The Imperfect Parent. With Kate Hamilton","description":"Is there really such a thing as the perfect parent? Listen in and discover the power of being an imperfect parent with Kate Hamilton. Click here for the show notes and extra resources. I truly believe we all strive to be the best parent possible, yet when we strive for perfection is when we get ourselves in trouble. The notion of perfection is unattainable so let\u2019s embrace being an Imperfect Parent instead.  What We Talked About: Understanding generational behaviors helps us break unhelpful cycles Parenting as a partnership Mistakes are valuable learning opportunities for both parents and children. How to handle unsolicited advice The \u201c8-Year Rule\u201d for tough conversations Creating an open family environment Things to Remember \u201cThere\u2019s not one formula that works in parenting.\u201d \u201cParenting is believing in our ability to parent.\u201d \u201cIt's totally okay to fail, it's okay to make a mistake but it's not okay to stop, it's not okay not to learn.\u201d \u201cConsequences are important to teach our kids but there are times in life when everybody needs a little bit of grace.\u201d \u201cImperfection is good and normal.\u201d \u201cWe know our children better than the experts do and we need to trust that we know our children.\u201d - Kate Hamilton   Click here for the show notes and extra resources.   ","author_name":"The Art of Parenting","author_url":"http:\/\/the-art-of-parenting.libsyn.com\/website","html":"