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Episode 3209:
Julie Morgenstern shares two pieces for busy parents, starting with a quick S.E.L.F. care plan covering sleep, exercise, love and fun, with ideas that each fit into 20 minutes or less, from a short nap to a coffee with a friend. She then explains why play matters so much for a child's development and offers simple ways for parents to join in, from following the child's lead to choosing old-school games over the latest gadgets. Together they make a practical case that parenting goes better when parents care for themselves and make real time for play.
Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/holiday-self-care-tips-in-20-minutes-or-less
https://www.juliemorgenstern.com/tips-tools-blog/2020/7/16/spend-time-to-play-with-your-kids
Quotes to ponder:
"The catch-22, of course, is that it's when we have the least amount of time for self care that we require it most."
"Close adult relationships sustain us."
"Your kids can tell when you're just playing the part vs. when you're actually having fun and enjoying your time with them."
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