Happy Friday,

We’ve (and by we I mean my wife) started planning a one-year old’s birthday party and there are so many emotions. The amount you change as a person the first 12 months of your child’s life is wild. I still find myself thinking, “wow, there’s a little human running around our house right now.”

What were some of the big changes you did and didn’t expect during the first year?

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The Power of Vulnerability in Parenting

Being a parent often means feeling the weight of the world on your shoulders, striving to be a representation of strength, wisdom, and perfection for your children. But here’s some news: Perfection is an illusion. Every parent makes mistakes, and sometimes those missteps are shaped by our personal history. The key isn’t to hide or shy away from these errors, but to acknowledge and learn from them. The true strength lies in vulnerability, in admitting to your children that you’ve messed up, but that those mistakes have brought on growth and understanding. By being honest about our imperfections, we not only foster trust but also teach our children an invaluable lesson about resilience, evolution, and the beauty of being human.

While many fear that exposing past mistakes may push our kids towards similar pitfalls, the reality is actually quite the opposite. By addressing our imperfections, we aren't giving them permission to follow in our footsteps, but rather showing them that there's strength in acknowledging flaws and learning from them. Embracing our past, no matter how imperfect, and sharing it with our kids can create an environment of trust, understanding, and openness, setting the stage for deep conversations and growth for both you as a parent and your child.

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