Yes, parenting is challenging—but are you making it worse? It's so easy to do that you don't even realize you're doing it: saying words that actually set you up for failure and frustration. In this episode, Carol and Anne share the phrases that make parenting a bigger challenge than it already is. If you want parenting to be simpler and more fulfilling, listen to this episode. It's just that easy. This week’s Parenting Practice This week, notice your language. Are you speaking in a way that makes your child the problem? Set these intentions: "I'm aware of what I'm saying. I'm catching myself when I set myself up to make my parenting experience harder than it needs to be. I am changing my language to be honest with myself without adding drama or creating more struggle."  Learn more from Carol each week! Visit thechildwhisperer.com and receive Carol and Anne's weekly Parenting Practice right to your inbox. Yes, parenting is challenging—but are you making it worse? It's so easy to do that you don't even realize you're doing it: saying words that actually set you up for failure and frustration. In this episode, Carol and Anne share the phrases that make parenting a bigger challenge than it already is. If you want parenting to be simpler and more fulfilling, listen to this episode. It's just that easy. This week’s Parenting Practice This week, notice your language. Are you speaking in a way that makes your child the problem? Set these intentions: "I'm aware of what I'm saying. I'm catching myself when I set myself up to make my parenting experience harder than it needs to be. I am changing my language to be honest with myself without adding drama or creating more struggle."  Learn more from Carol each week! Visit thechildwhisperer.com and receive Carol and Anne's weekly Parenting Practice right to your inbox.