The Aware Parenting Podcast

Episode 234: Embodying loving limits

The Aware Parenting Podcast

Show Notes

In this episode, I dive into the concept of embodying loving limits: a term I coined to describe the process which is integral to the Aware Parenting approach created by Aletha Solter, PhD.

I share my experiences and challenges that I faced in practicing loving limits, both with my daughter and son. I also emphasise how the practice of loving limits contrasts with typical authoritarian or permissive parenting models.

I highlight the nuanced understanding and deep inner work required to truly embody this practice, sharing insights from my own journey.

Throughout, I highlight the profound influence loving limits can have for children, their parents, and the relationship between the two of them.

You can find my free PDF on Loving limits here: https://marion-rose.myflodesk.com/loving-limits-free-pdf

And the link to my Loving Limits Deep Dive is here: https://marionrose.samcart.com/products/loving-limits-deep-dive/

You can find out more about my work at www.marionrose.net and my books at: https://marionrose.net/books/

You can also find me here: https://www.instagram.com/theawareparentingpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/_marion_rose_/ https://www.instagram.com/awareparenting/ www.facebook.com/MarionRosePhD

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