Parental expectations are a real thing. But this can go either way. It can either nurture a child’s self-esteem and promote healthy development. However, if expectations are unrealistic or senselessly low, children’s personalities and self-worth are negatively affected. Parents should understand the outcome and find the right balance to promote healthy development in children. This balance is hard to strike. So the real question is – should we expect our children to step into our shoes? Do we expect them to be go-getters like us? Or do we expect to be larger than life and be everything we aren’t?
These questions on conscious parenting can get daunting and we are always looking for an inspiration to look up to.
We spoke to Lara Balsara from Madison World on Raising Parents, a Jio Saavn podcast hosted by Mansi Zaveri. We speak about the issue – “I have to fill big shoes.” She speaks to us about:
How she is a product of her childhood.
How she balances her time at work and home
How she disciplines her children
How she finds the time to wear so many hats
What value systems are important to her
And more…
Here’s a sneak peek into the episode
Listen to the entire podcast and you will be inspired by Lara Balsara. She is a super mom.
Where can you listen to the show: Jio Saavn
When: A new episode every week on Wednesday
Mansi Zaveri
Pooja Arora
Rohan Vyavaharkar
Zainab Pradhan
