The author reflects on personal regrets stemming from interactions with their children during their youth, feeling anger at minor issues. They seek advice on resolving these feelings of regret, especially in light of their difficult childhood. The therapist emphasizes that while regret is common and painful, it does not have to imprison one in the past; instead, it can motivate positive change. Importantly, healing involves self-compassion and an awareness of one's past behavior, encouraging a path toward reconciliation with oneself and, if possible, with one’s children.
Regret can shackle us to the past, or it can serve as an engine for change. The response to such regrets is crucial to moving forward.
Healing from past parenting mistakes starts with self-compassion and leads to self-awareness and intentional repair with oneself and, when possible, your children.
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