Gentle Parenting Quotes

“So often, children are punished for being human. Children are not allowed to have grumpy moods, bad days, disrespectful tones, or bad attitudes, yet we adults have them all the time! We think if we don't nip it in the bud, it will escalate and we will lose control. Let go of that unfounded fear and give your child permission to be human. We all have days like that. None of us are perfect, and we must stop holding our children to a higher standard of perfection than we can attain ourselves. All of the punishments you could throw at them will not stamp out their humanity, for to err is human, and we all do it sometimes.”
― Rebecca Eanes, The Newbie's Guide to Positive Parenting

“Tantrums are not bad behavior. Tantrums are an expression of emotion that became too much for the child to bear. No punishment is required. What your child needs is compassion and safe, loving arms to unload in.”
― Rebecca Eanes, The Newbie's Guide to Positive Parenting

“When you've had one call after another and your little one is tugging on your shirt, remember what really matters. When the milk is splattered all over the floor and those little eyes are looking at you for your reaction, remember what really matters. It takes 5 minutes to clean up spilled milk; it takes much longer to clean up a broken spirit.”
― Rebecca Eanes, The Newbie's Guide to Positive Parenting

“In between every action and reaction, there is a space. Usually the space is extremely small because we react so quickly, but take notice of that space and expand it. Be aware in that space that you have a choice to make. You can choose how to respond, and choose wisely, because the next step you take will teach your child how to handle anger and could either strengthen or damage your relationship.”
― Rebecca Eanes, The Newbie's Guide to Positive Parenting

“May our lives and gentle spirit be evident to all that we are members of God's family.”
― Lailah Gifty Akita, Think Great: Be Great!

“Our children are the extension of ourselves. If you didn't have the best upbringing, you now have a chance to make the life of your child much better than it was in your case. And in fulfilling that duty, you will also heal your younger self.”
― Mitta Xinindlu

“Parenthood is a lesson on its own. But the best lessons in parenting are from our children. Let's cherish them, appreciate them, and recognise their special roles in our lives. Let's love our children purely. Let's protect their innocence and develop them into being individuals who are self-assured.”
― Mitta Xinindlu

“Screens offer escape — but they also rob us of the very discomfort that builds strength.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience

“Silence doesn’t always mean peace. Sometimes, it’s a child learning to bury feelings they don’t yet know how to name.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya

“Boredom is not the enemy of childhood. It’s the birthplace of imagination, persistence, and quiet strength.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience

“A calm child is not always a regulated one. Some children learn to go silent when they feel unseen.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience

“True strength isn’t in never crying. It’s in learning how to name the storm inside and stay present through it.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience

“No app will ever replace a parent’s voice, a shared laugh, or the quiet comfort of presence.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience

“Children mirror our habits. They don’t learn balance from lectures—but from watching us choose it.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience

“Screens numb discomfort. Real growth happens when we sit with it, name it, and learn to breathe through.”
― P. Pra. Sandhyaya, Digital Detox Parenting: The Science-Backed Guide to Raising Screen-Free, Emotionally Resilient Kids: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Lifelong Resilience