Things I have "let go" of:
Having a clean house
Furniture without stains, unbroken furniture, new furniture
Carpet that doesn't smell like poop
Carpet that doesn't smell like pee
Free time
Sleep
My book
Going to the gym
TV and reading
Things I have "let go" of for my eldest:
College
Respect
Effort
Doing schoolwork
Tae Kwon Do
Basketball
Tennis
Practicing Guitar
Doing his chores
Showering
Laundry
Kindness
Things I have "let go" of for my girls:
Any expectations for emotional regulation
Dressing appropriately for the weather
Eating well
Avoiding dairy
Things I have "let go" of for my youngest:
Potty training
Screaming
Things I am trying to focus on for everyone but the eldest:
Everyone has inherent dignity, we should respect ourselves and others.
Thoughtfullness
Gratitude
Trying new things is part of growth
Making mistakes is ok
God loves you, follow Him
You are precious to me and I am always here for you.
Books are life.
Things I am trying to focus on for my eldest:
This is my house, you don't set the rules here.
If you don't care, I can't care for you.
It's your life.
I love you no matter what, but that doesn't mean I like what you do.
