Jess Lively Quotes

“[Context: Discussing the subject of dealing with difficult & stressful situations, such as dealing with a child's tantrum.]

Q. Is it ok that it this way right now?
A. Yes.
Q. Why is it ok? It's crazy, it's stressful, it's chaotic, it's not what my mind wants at all...
A. It's the experience.
Q. What am I experiencing?
A. Life.
Q. Is it ok to experience life in all of its glory, even the tantrums?
A. Yes.
Q. Is it ok for my mind to have a tantrum while the child is too?
A. Yeah.
Q. Why is it ok for my mind to have a tantrum with the child?
A. Because we're learning together.”
― Jess Lively