Are You Unknowingly Turning Into the Parent You Promised You’d Never Be?
5) You’re losing patience over small things
Last Sunday, my daughter spilled juice all over the new rug.
A few years ago, I would have shrugged it off as an accident, but this time, I lost my cool. I could hear my mother’s voice coming out of my mouth as I reprimanded her for being careless.
It was a wake-up call for me. Was I becoming the parent who gets upset over minor mishaps? Was this the kind of environment I wanted for my child?
These moments of losing patience over small things are a clear sign that we’re adopting some of our parents’ reactions. It’s crucial to recognize these instances and take a step back.
