This documentary is also on my watchlist😭but to answer your question I think it’s a bit of both, a new challenge but also some distraction. Having children certainly is a big responsibility hence why it’s a decision not to be rushed but well thought out.
I feel the world is very distracting and this shifts us away from the soul work we need to do. Without that work we become “who we are” as parents rather than “who we truly want to be”. Parenting is huge work which I think people find out once having children which can either make or break you. From what I've seen its really hard to parent and I do not feel we prepare people well enough for parenthood.
You’re absolutely right, Bimpe. The distractions of life can definitely take us away from the intentional soul work needed to be the kind of parents we aspire to be.
It’s true that parenting isn’t something you can fully prepare for until you’re in it, but more conversations and preparation beforehand could help.
The emotional and mental shift it requires is no small feat, and it often reveals how much inner work we still need to do. Thanks for sharing this!
I think parents are more distracted than ever, most forget their responsibilities leaving the the children to be raised by others, neglecting them to so much screen time under the disguise they also need time for themselves, don’t get me wrong parenting is a lot of responsibility and it’s very important to find a balance because it can affect one’s mental health. People need to be mentally and emotionally prepared to be parents and not see having children as a box to tick after getting married
You’re right, Tomi. It’s all about balance. While parents do need time for themselves, leaning too much on screens as a way to manage can lead to a disconnect. Parenting takes mental and emotional readiness, and it’s important not to see it as just another box to tick after marriage. Intentional time with kids, even in small doses, can make a big difference. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!
This documentary is also on my watchlist😭but to answer your question I think it’s a bit of both, a new challenge but also some distraction. Having children certainly is a big responsibility hence why it’s a decision not to be rushed but well thought out.
Thanks for sharing Nae! The Mendel Boys is definitely worth watching, and I get what you mean—it’s both a new challenge and a form of distraction.
I’d love to hear your thoughts once you’ve watched the documentary. ☺️
I feel the world is very distracting and this shifts us away from the soul work we need to do. Without that work we become “who we are” as parents rather than “who we truly want to be”. Parenting is huge work which I think people find out once having children which can either make or break you. From what I've seen its really hard to parent and I do not feel we prepare people well enough for parenthood.
You’re absolutely right, Bimpe. The distractions of life can definitely take us away from the intentional soul work needed to be the kind of parents we aspire to be.
It’s true that parenting isn’t something you can fully prepare for until you’re in it, but more conversations and preparation beforehand could help.
The emotional and mental shift it requires is no small feat, and it often reveals how much inner work we still need to do. Thanks for sharing this!
I think parents are more distracted than ever, most forget their responsibilities leaving the the children to be raised by others, neglecting them to so much screen time under the disguise they also need time for themselves, don’t get me wrong parenting is a lot of responsibility and it’s very important to find a balance because it can affect one’s mental health. People need to be mentally and emotionally prepared to be parents and not see having children as a box to tick after getting married
You’re right, Tomi. It’s all about balance. While parents do need time for themselves, leaning too much on screens as a way to manage can lead to a disconnect. Parenting takes mental and emotional readiness, and it’s important not to see it as just another box to tick after marriage. Intentional time with kids, even in small doses, can make a big difference. Thanks for sharing your thoughts!