Do you find that though you may be quite good at comforting friends, you are very harsh on yourself and your perceived parental failings? Might you possibly be carrying the belief that if you are hard on yourself for your shortcomings, you are helping yourself improve? If the weight of perfection and high expectations has got you down in parenthood, you are not the only one. Being a perfectionist is one thing. Being a parent and a perfectionist is a whole different ballgame. | Motherhood and fatherhood are calling you to transform; to learn a different path toward self-improvement - one that involves self-compassion at its core. In today’s episode, you will  learn practical techniques to cultivate self-compassion, even amidst the challenges of parenthood explore common barriers like perfectionism, parental guilt, and societal expectations — and how to overcome them understand the importance of mindfulness in parenting and how to incorporate simple, parent-friendly self-care practices into your daily routine. Whether you’re a new parent or navigating the complexities of raising children, this episode offers valuable insights to help you nurture yourself and those you love.