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Parent Lessons: No Expectations!
As single parents, we all go through issues with our child(ren)’s “other half” that can make co-parenting difficult. So I’ve compiled some daily lessons from my own experiences and through the lives of others who have weathered the storm. My hope is that we all can and do better for our next generation. Please keep in mind, these lessons are not gender specific. I understand that there are single moms and single dads raising their children to the best of their ability. So here ya go…today’s lesson is about having no expectations.
Either we are, or we know someone who is dealing with their child(ren)’s “other half”, who refuses to hold up their end of the bargain. First of all, stop driving yourself crazy! You’re giving into the madness! Instead, eliminate every expectation of your child’s other half.
The reason being, when you take away all of the expectations, you nor your child can no longer be hurt by their unfulfilled promises. For instance, a parent says they’re coming for a visit. Have them met you at your child(ren)’s favorite place to play. Preferably some place like the park, because you don’t have to spend a dime to have a great time! Don’t tell the child(ren) that the other parent is coming, just allow them to play as usual. If the parent shows up…”YAY”! If they don’t, the child(ren) will never know the difference because you never gave them an expectation that their “other half” was coming. Once you have mastered this, you become free to raise your child(ren) without the headaches of expectations.
If you have a “Single Parent Lesson” you would like to share, email me at the Olympiadshow@gmail.com.
Love Ya,
Olympia D.
