Boundaries and Parenting During a Pandemic During Back to School Season - What does "GOOD" Look Like

In this episode, Brent from RACC-TV joins Darrell and Stacie from Single Parent Advocate.

Together we dive into structure, routines, expectations and how boundaries during the new school year can be complicated amid the COVID-19 pandemic.  Issues like mask/no mask, vaccine/no vaccine confront all of us as we all work to feel safe, and also consider others' needs to be respected while we give voice our own concerns.  Being considerate has never been more complicated it seems...especially if you and/or your children are vulnerable.

We dig into how we react instinctively by "locking others out", or "closing the door" to protect ourselves or others.  

Key takeaways were that we remain flexible with ourselves and those around us, give opportunities for grow in trust, and also, be brave and transparent about our feelings when we need to "pull back". 

We consider scheduling, dealing with differences, taking turns, not being overly sensitive, and creating opportunities for trust to be grown-especially when we feel out of control.

We hope you are all having a safe a good experience as school has started!!!  

 

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