Why Do I Get So Mad When My Kids Don’t Listen to Me?
If you feel like you’re always snapping at your kids, it’s not because you’re a bad mom. It’s because your nervous system is overwhelmed, your emotional needs are likely unmet, and your triggers might be rooted in past experiences. In this post, we explore what’s really going on, how childhood wounds and overstimulation play a role, and how therapy can help you parent with more calm, compassion, and connection.
Why Gentle Parenting Feels So Hard
Gentle parenting is about connection. It’s about honoring your child’s feelings, regulating your own emotions, and moving away from fear-based discipline. For many moms—especially those who grew up with yelling, punishments, and the "because I said so" approach—it’s a radical, healing shift.
But it’s also incredibly hard. Especially if you never saw it modeled. Especially if you were NOT raised that way.