Read: "Mother Perfect has unlimited time, boundless energy, eternal patience, profound wisdom, and no needs or interests of her own; she does not even get PMS -- that is how perfect she is. Her only flaw -- not fo rmy children, but for me -- is that she is a terrible nag, forever critical and disparaging no matter what phenomenal feat I might accomplish. Her drawbacks are certainly not worth the motivational impetus she provides." -- Sally Kirk, Hope for the Autism Spectrum
Reflect: Do I have a "Mother Perfect" or "Father Perfect" in my head, holding me to a standard and nagging when I don't reach it? Do I need to find a way to shut that voice up? Is there another way I can provide myself with motivation?
Respond in the comments with your own thoughts on this quote and how it applies to your life with your child.
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