Category: Parenting
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The pain of Motherhood
This morning, as I sat waiting for my daughter, a quiet ache settled in—a familiar one that seems to live in the heart of every mother. Motherhood is filled with joy, but there’s a hidden layer of pain, too. The kind that comes from loving someone so deeply that you…
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Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory of Development
Erik Erikson’s Psychosocial Theory of Development is one of the most well-known and influential models in psychology. It outlines eight stages of development that individuals go through across their lifetime, with each stage presenting a key psychosocial challenge or conflict that must be resolved. Erikson believed that the outcome of…
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THE BEAUTY OF DEPENDENCE
In today’s fast-paced world, we often take pride in our independence. We like to think of ourselves as self-sufficient beings, capable of navigating life on our own. But nature, with its storms and its power, humbles us. A sudden calamity can strip away everything we hold dear—our homes, our jobs,…
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The Importance of Nurturing Children’s Hearts
In the realm of child development, the emphasis often leans heavily towards intellectual growth and physical health. However, according to Rudolf Steiner, true education encompasses far more. Steiner believed in a holistic approach to child development, one that includes not only the body and mind but also the heart and…
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The Myth of Normal Parenting
In a world where ‘normal’ often dictates our actions and beliefs, it’s crucial to question the norms that shape our parenting styles. Dr. Gabor Maté, a renowned physician and author, invites us to explore the myth of normal parenting in our contemporary society [1]. Parenting: A Cultural Construct? Dr. Gabor…
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