How to Be a Peaceful Parent When You’re Completely Overwhelmed

Do you want to be a peaceful parent?

I know I do! Becoming a peaceful parent is the fervent desire of my heart.

But it is not the default setting of my nature. And is especially challenging when I am overwhelmed!

Nothing reveals our sin nature more than our families with whom we let down our guard and unfortunately, too often take for granted.

We are at our most comfortable and vulnerable in our own homes. It is there we are tired, sick, weak, stressed, and do not put on the mask of calm competence that we often wear in public.

Unfortunately, being vulnerable and comfortable, also makes us vulnerable to selfishness and sin, especially when we’re overwhelmed.


Jennifer DeFrates
Jennifer DeFrateshttps://heavennotharvard.com/
Jennifer DeFrates is a former teacher turned homeschool mom who writes about faith, family, marriage, and parenting at HeavennotHarvard.com

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