You're doing great! Yet, you could just use a small tweak in your parenting style, as well as support and community (because we need that at all stages and levels).
The only next-level parenting style beyond a Guardian is a Guide. A Guide offers just-right support with compassion and an open mind, focusing on the bigger picture rather than getting stuck on small details. A Guide understands that they are there to support their child on their child's journey, not what they think the journey should look like.
With that in mind, below are resources for support and community, as well as resources to help you adopt the idea of letting your child guide their journey.
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Letting your kid guide your parenting guide allows your child to be authentically who they are and promotes independence, critical thinking, and decision-making skills. By allowing kids to figure things out on their own, they develop a sense of ownership over their lives. It also helps them develop problem-solving skills and boosts their self-confidence. Ultimately, guiding rather than directing allows neurodivergent kids to become independent, happy, and healthy adults.
Watch these videos to learn how to shift from directing to guiding.
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Collaborative parenting is powerful for you and empowering for your child. It shows your child that their input matters.
Being a collaborative parent entails actively involving your kid in decision-making processes, fostering open communication, and working together to solve problems and achieve goals. This approach fosters a strong bond with your child, trust, problem-solving and independence skills, self-esteem, and, belief in oneself.
Check out Ross Greene, Ph.D.'s books and website to learn his Collaborative & Proactive Solutions model.
Podcast Playlist for Knowledgeable But Guardians
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