People Are Calling Out Things Parents Say That Sound "Helpful" — But Are Actually Super Toxic
August 28, 2025
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“My childhood was generally very happy and in no way abusive, but one phrase I heard quite often, which upset me, was, ‘If only you put as much effort into your school work as you did to [hobbies], you’d get straight A’s!’ It was meant…
First, when it comes to keeping childhood entitlement in check, it’s important for parents of younger kids to be realistic, explains Aliza Pressman, co-founder of the Mount Sinai Parenting Center and host of the Raising Good Humans podcast. Children under the age of 4…
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Between work, errands, family obligations and household chores, life is busy. Taking time for yourself may not be feasible right now and that’s OK. If you can’t fit in the recommended 21 minutes of walking a day, start small.
“Even a quick one-minute jaunt pays…
