MamaMagic Milestones Winter 2014 | Page 6

IN THE SPOTLIGHT 10 Commitments That Will Make You A Better Parent By Dr Laura Markham Being a parent is tough. Most of us feel like we could do a better job, but resolving to be more patient rarely works. That’s because sometimes the first step to being a better parent is actually about how we treat ourselves. We can only give what we have inside. And if we can’t manage our own emotions, we can’t expect our kids to learn to manage theirs. But if you want to become a more inspired parent – and a happier person – that’s completely possible. I’ve seen countless parents do it. How? Step by step.