YOUR RESULT

You are a
“Connected Parent”

You’re a parent who has clearly defined your values and prioritizes strong, healthy relationships. You live a balanced life, aligned with your purpose, and foster a nurturing environment for your family. Your dedication to connection and emotional well-being sets a powerful example for your children.

Just be sure to keep nurturing these strengths, and your family will continue to thrive.

Your Current Path in the Four Pillars of
Empowered Parenting:

  • You know what your values are. You may have written them down or just thought about them enough to clearly state them. You have asked your kids what their values are and have made a family mission statement.

    You are living a life aligned with your soul's purpose and prioritize your health and relationships. You feel more energized than burnt out, excited for what the future holds. You have a strong relationship with your co-parent, if you have one.

  • You are far from perfect, but you don't expect yourself to be perfect. When you mess up, you take a break and return to your child or partner to apologize afterward. When a child does something you don't like, you can often remain patient with them and curious about what is causing their upset.

    You regularly take time for yourself, meditate, journal, and get enough rest daily. When you feel overwhelmed or get underwater, you ask for help and have a network of friends or family to support you.

    Emotion regulation for you involves maintaining your emotional balance and responding to your children with empathy and patience. Regular self-care practices, such as mindfulness and exercise, can help you stay grounded and resilient.

    Additionally, having a support network to turn to when you need help is crucial for maintaining your emotional well-being.

  • It's not unusual for your eyes to fill with happy tears as you spend time with your kids and see what amazing humans they are. You and your kids often talk about how thankful you are for each other, the life you have built, and how you can make the world better. You remind yourself regularly that life is not forever, and you are so grateful for the life you have.

    Practicing gratitude involves celebrating the positive aspects of your life and sharing this practice with your children. Create family traditions around gratitude, such as expressing thankfulness at meals or keeping a gratitude jar where family members can add notes about things they appreciate. This reinforces a positive outlook and strengthens your family bonds.

  • You know you will stumble, and your kids will make their own mistakes, but you have reflected on your past experiences and know that failure is the best teacher and that life is always happening for you, not to you.

    When your kids make a mistake or fail an exam, you stay calm and let them know you understand that they know they can do better. You gently get curious about how they're feeling about their setback, and how they think they could do better next time, letting them know that you think with hard work, they can accomplish anything they want, but that it's up to them to decide how important an outcome is to them.

    Embracing failure means viewing setbacks as learning opportunities and encouraging your children to do the same. When mistakes happen, discuss what can be learned and how to improve in the future. This approach helps build resilience and a growth mindset in your children.

Your Biggest Challenge In This Journey

Your biggest challenge is staying balanced. While you are in alignment with your values, maintaining balance between your priorities and the needs of your children requires constant effort. It's a delicate act to ensure that everyone's needs are met without sacrificing your own well-being.

Why is this happening? Balancing personal goals, family needs, and self-care is a complex task that many parents face. The demands of daily life can make it challenging to maintain equilibrium.

You’re NOT alone in this.

Many parents strive to balance their responsibilities while staying true to their values. Recognizing this shared challenge can help you feel supported.

There is a way to make it easier for you. By developing effective time management strategies and creating a supportive network, you can maintain your balance more easily. Prioritizing self-care and setting realistic goals will help you continue to thrive.

I’m Dr. Marissa Caudill, and as a child psychiatrist with over 15 years of experience, I've helped many parents like you achieve balance and fulfillment. I want to help you in maintaining your alignment while ensuring your family thrives. Ready to keep thriving and maintaining your balance? Book a discovery call with me today, and let's explore how we can support your journey towards a connected and fulfilling family life. I'm here to support you every step of the way.