In this short monologue, the speaker addresses parents who feel guilty about making mistakes with their children. She shares personal anecdotes about getting distracted by work or chores during planned quality‑time, snapping at kids when her mind is full, and a specific incident where she responded to her daughter’s upset with curiosity instead of reprimand, allowing the child to open up about bullying. The speaker emphasizes the importance of self‑forgiveness, recognizing the small positive actions (hugs, tickles, funny voices, songs) that can offset moments of failure, and encourages parents to apologize when needed. The message concludes with a call‑to‑action to share the video and book a discovery call for further support.
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I wanted to share a quick message with you because I've had quite a few discovery calls lately where parents have expressed how guilty they feel for getting it wrong with their kids. And if that's you too, here's something I want you to know: I've made many mistakes myself. I remember so many times when I'd plan to sit down with my kids for quality time, ready to play or just be with them, but the moment I sat down— and maybe this is you— I'd suddenly remember an urgent email I needed to send, or I realized that washing machine needed emptying before things got smelly. So I jump up and get sidetracked and then sometimes forget to go back to the game altogether. There are also times I'd snap at my kids, particularly if my mind was full or if they seem to just ignore a simple request. But I've also learned to forgive myself and focus on the things that I was doing well, or I do do well, like giving them cuddles and making space for their emotions. One memory stands out particularly. My daughter was really upset, and she was saying things like, 'Get out of my room! You can't come in here!' I could have easily told her off for being rude, but instead I tried something different. I just looked at her and I said, 'Hey, you seem upset about something. I don't know what that is.' And suddenly the tears started flowing, and she told me that the girls at school had been mean to her and had been teasing her. I was really pleased that I hadn't reacted harshly because it gave her the chance to open up. But believe me, there are other times when I miss those kind of moments too. So my message today is this: it's never too late to apologise if you've made a mistake. And remember to be kind to yourself and know that even small moments of connection—a hug, a tickle, saying things in a funny voice, or singing a silly song—it can really make up for the times when we get it wrong. Parenting is so hard, but these little gestures do remind us that we're doing a good job, even when it doesn't feel perfect. If you like this message, please tell a friend, and if you wanted to speak to me on a discovery call, just please book with the link below. And thanks for watching today.
