Forging Your Super Connection: The Solo Parent's Ultimate Superpower
Hey superparents, Let's talk about super connection, because as solo parents, that's one of our most defining superpowers. It's not always easy, especially when you're just boarding this ship. There's a sea of emotions, challenges, grief, and difficulties when we first find ourselves on this journey. Some of us might even feel disassociated in the beginning, asking, "What do I do now? How am I going to live with this?" And that's totally okay. Your life and the lives of your children have just been through a major earthquake. The good news is that on this newly shaped ground, you can build a better life, a new life, and a super connection with your kids. They deserve your best, and you deserve to see yourself thrive. There's a process of awakening that will happen. Get ready for it. Tune in to your networks of friends and family. Self-care isn't a luxury; it's a necessity. Make space for it, not just for your physical health but for your mental and emotional well-being. Your life has changed, and your goals will be different now. For me, creating a new dream was one of the most difficult tasks. You have to find the light in the middle of a very foggy environment. But in that fog, lighthouses begin to appear. Your kids become a lighthouse, guiding you to set up your new life and goals. Be clear with them. A simple conversation like, "Things are different now, and we're a new kind of team. We'll work together to make our family amazing," can change everything. Your emotions are another lighthouse. When a simple tantrum feels like the world is ending, that's okay. You're allowed to feel exhausted and overwhelmed. Acknowledging your feelings without judgment is a superpower. It’s a beacon telling you what you need to pay attention to. And maybe the brightest lighthouse of all? The personal triggers that come up. In the midst of it all, your own childhood difficulties will surface. This isn't a curse; it's a profound opportunity to work on yourself and break generational cycles.