The goal of positive parenting is to build a deep, lifelong connection with your child. It’s the idea that while our primary role as a parent may end when our children move out, we’re still a guiding presence in their lives. I don’t want to parent my children once they’ve stepped out on their own, but I do want to be there as a source of wisdom, support and guidance when needed.
Being a positive parent is about nurturing, empowering and guiding while being nonviolent. You may be asking yourself, “Am I a positive parent?” I know I want to be. There are several key components to positive parenting.
A positive parent:
> Guides, leads and teaches.
> Is caring, empowering, consistent and sensitive to a child’s needs.