Yesterday, my daughter posted something on Instagram. Nothing bad, really, just..not necessary. It wasn’t harmful, but it wasn’t aligned with her focus either, not the kind of post that reflected her goals, her direction, the thoughtful person she’s becoming. My husband and I noticed it, and as parents do, we exchanged that quiet glance, the … Continue reading The Art of Raising Character, Not Just Children.
I laugh so hard when I read my son's (14 years old) WhatsApp text (Yes, I'm still checking my kid's phone every day, what can I say? I'm an asian parent, there's no privacy until they become an adult. Agree or disagree? It's up to you.) Basically, it's between him and the other kids that … Continue reading Let Them Clash, Let Them Heal, We Don’t Interfere.
My main idea about parenting is simple: children watch and imitate us. They observe our every action and reflect it back. We like to imagine we’re raising them with deep values: patience, gratitude, kindness. But kids are clever little detectives. They don’t just listen to our words; they study our habits. And that's why parenting … Continue reading The Parents’ Survival Guide to the Social Media Jungle
It feels just like yesterday, but actually it's the year 2000, when I glued my eyes to the television and watched this drama about the dynamic and warm relationship between mom and daughter living a simple life in a charming small town, called Stars Hollow, Connecticut. Can you guess the show? Yes, it's a bit … Continue reading Parenting Hack: Your Wallet is a Parenting Book – Every Swipe Tells a Story!
"Have you cleaned your bathroom yesterday?" "Not yet, Mom", my daughter replied. "So, since you didn't clean it yesterday, there's a payback: today you have to clean it, PLUS my bathroom and your brother's." "Sure thing, Mom," she answered, head down, looking completely worn out. My kid's life has never been easy. They have to … Continue reading Household Chores is a Training Grounds
