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0:00 What boundaries are not is an excuse for adults to transgress on the well-being of a child in the name of parenting or good behavior or respect. A boundary is how do I allow the child to know that they have hit a wall that there is a rule maybe it's a standard maybe it's an expectation whatever it is and that there needs to be some sort of adaptation that happens so that the child is able to onboard what the boundary is about and eventually over time we don't expect it to happen right away internalize that lesson like parents will say to their children it's time to go to bed and the child will say my body my choice face. Well, you're three and sleep is really important.
0:42 It's good for our bodies. It's good for our brains. And so, we're not actually having a discussion about that. Boundaries are not about imposing our will on top of children. Boundaries are about shoring children up so that they are able to confidently walk on this journey of life and [clears throat] know a little bit what the map looks like and feels Like
Summary
- Boundaries are not excuses for adults to override a child's well-being.
- They help children recognize limits and adapt their behavior accordingly.
- Parents should communicate boundaries clearly, allowing children to internalize lessons over time.
- An example is bedtime; while children may assert their independence, sleep is crucial for their health.
- Boundaries are meant to empower children, not to exert control over them.
- Effective boundaries provide a framework for children to navigate life confidently.