Idealization is not kind. It's grandiose pressure. The only reason someone wants to meld their life with you before getting the chance to get to know you is because they feel desperate.
That love bombing can feel really nice at first, but remember to teach your kids that it is a setup. All idealization leads eventually to devaluation, because your humanness will appear and shatter their idealization of you.
The work of secure attachment involves taking the time to BUILD trust and get to know each other...not jumping into a deep end without knowing what lies under it.
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Learn the importance of talking openly about childhood sexual abuse with adults who have access to your child, and empowering your children to recognize and report signs of abuse in this crucial and informative video.
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In this video, you'll learn that while it's developmentally normal for small children to struggle with impulse control and physical aggression, it's important to teach your child about body ownership, setting boundaries, and protecting them from hurtful behavior, especially in situations where the other parent is not intervening.
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This eye-opening video urges parents to teach their children about respecting boundaries around physical touch and affection, and emphasizes the importance of enthusiastic consent in building a healthier society.
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