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What’s your X -Factor of Parenting?

April 28, 2018
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What’s your X-Factor?

We all have that one thing, which makes us proud of yourself and others, isn’t it? In marketing, we call it USP – Unique Selling Proposition. We all have this X-factor, however, at times take few attempts to realize it. Like for me I always had a flare towards writing, but never tried it as passion. Reading is always been, and even today my first love. But when friends coaxed me to start writing, I gave it a try. Eventually, weaving fiction came naturally to yours truly. For creating a captivating story, all I need is just a happy place and calm mind.

Today, I use the same skills to explain good behavior and life’s principles to daughter. In the family, this ‘narrating-stories’ skill has gained quite accolades, and I am truly proud of that 🙂

So what is your X-Factor as Parents?

As parents, we don many hats, few are innate and some we learn over time. The aim is to provide the best of everything to our children and encourage them to give their best shot in whatever challenge they pick on.

I have seen parents who are really good at sports, instead of encouraging by words they participate in sports and spread the positivity around. We know that positivity has this ripple effect, and seeing parents being sporty kids come out their inhibitions. This is win-win for parents as well as kids.

With the current scenario knowing our innate abilities is very crucial, today when children are young and in learning, stage find that hidden x-factor. Parenting roles and relations have evolved for the better good, we are their friends, mentors, teachers, and providers.

Family and peers overburden children in today’s competitive world with over-expectations. As parents, we should act like sponges and absorb that pressure. The x-factor of parenting today – Be their friend more than the parent. guide them while stepping into their shoes and understanding their perspective.

For me, x-factor of parenting is when you let go your usual parenting avatar and bring more children connected version.

This post is written for #BlogchatterA2Z series by Blogchatter, and my theme for this challenge is Gleeful Parenting.

PREVIOUSLY FROM THE SERIES –

V for Vision.

W for Word of Wisdom.

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Mother – a name/word/definition in itself. Maa, Aayi, Mom, Mummy, Amma you call it in any language any tone it gives you the same relief, same contend feeling. When our body passes through different stages of life, so is the relationship with the mother – she’s a Nurturer when we grow into a human form. A teacher when we start learning lessons of being a better human & socially adaptable. A friend when we develop sense of surroundings, A habit when we seek her presence in every aspect of life and A relation when we start our own new life! JUST A RELATION!

A Relation we keep on the back-burner, as we very well know she’ll always accept us back with open arms and warm smile. How many years have been passed since you have spent Diwali (Indian light festival) with her? She has been wishing you ‘happy birthday beta’ on phone since a long time now, but her wrinkled eyes still await you to come and lay your head in her lap.

As for her, you are always her TOP MOST priority… always even when she has not heard or seen you since months/years, you are still her priority – that’s a heart of a Mother. Even the ‘aarti’ of Maa Shakti says – ‘Putra kaput hue, par na MATA suni KUMATA’, (you can see son being a bad son, but Mom never be a BAD MOM)

But why do we take our aged parents so granted, why do we expect them to be there for us – waiting! Have you ever told your MOM – thanks for whatever she had done so far to bring you up? Have you ever sat with her, held her hands and told her you LOVE her the most unconditionally? We get busy with our mad rat race of proving ourselves, that we miss the most important RELATIONSHIPS of life. While writing this emotional post, I am missing all those small things I shared with my mother back at home. Now, that I myself am a mother, and can feel from motherly angle – I know having an empty nest is the worst kind of feeling! My biggest fear! But as they say life must go on, that’s what we have done and I am sure future generations will also join the scores.

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However, we should not forget the ones who made us WHAT WE ARE TODAY – Parents! So, this Mother’s Day just give a visit to your mom; do not get her gifts or presents – just give her little time and share your love with her. If you cannot reach her due to commitments beyond reversal, call her and share your love with her. Make her feel special, just not on ONE day but always. Say I LOVE YOU MOM because you never – ‘if tomorrow never comes, she’l never know how much you loved her‘

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School Safety – Creating safe environment for Children

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School Safety for our children is a joint effort of Parents and School administration.

The recent episodes of violence against children have shooked the entire nation. Everyone is talking about the safety of children and measures to create a safe environment. Two out of three children in India are subjected to some form of abuse, as per this survey. Parents try their best to give a safe environment for children. However, are our children really safe in school? Many schools have upgraded child safety framework and included new parameters. But we cannot leave everything for the school. Keeping our children safe is everyone’s responsibility.

“School Safety” is creating safe environment for children, right from their homes to school and back. The framework of School Safety ranges to providing safety to children from any kind of harm. Mental, physical abuse, violence, natural or created disaster, transportation, etc.

Definition of School safety for children as per NCPCR (National Commission for Protection of Child Rights). You can access the detailed report here.

Point to ponder – School safety changes

Recently daughter’s school has integrated few changes on various levels. As every new change brings some discomfort so did these. From transportation report checks to entry and exit level points, new norms and regulations implemented. The changes are in lieu of Government child safety guidelines, to keep children safe.

From the school’s perspective, this is a massive change. The entire transport infrastructure and support staff are verified under the purview of the legal system. We have new school buses as per regulations and verified attendants. Parents were well aware of the structural changes and requested to support the move.

However, parents were with school till it was on papers. Once the implementation began tempers raised high. Even the smallest of deviation raised and we all turned into devil’s advocate. Everyone started advocating ways and means to school authorities and voiced objections in whatever way possible. At the macro level, the change is to upgrade safety measure for our children at school. With the sudden rise in incidents related to child safety at school, it is everyone’s responsibility to protect children from any harm. But are we really helping authorities to create a safer environment for our children or negating their efforts?

Change is the only constant, and certain changes are for good. Parents play a major role in ensuring the safe environment for children.

Role of Parents in School Safety measures –

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Know the law – The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act (POCSO Act) 2012. The Act addresses sexual abuse and sexual exploitation of children effectively. The government has recently drafted new changes to address mass appeal from citizens. As aware parents, we should know the laws and circumstances to take legal help if required.

Awareness about school safety environment –

School safety requires a paradigm shift from earlier comfort zones to cater new challenges. Many schools are implementing these changes, as a prerequisite from governing authorities. However, it is our responsibility to inquire about the safety measures at school.

Participate in school-parent meetings or forums. Every school has Parent-Teacher Association to discuss issues related to education, facilities, and administration. Parents should raise concerns through the correct channels, and help schools become a safer place for children.

Educate children about school safety protocols. Provide children a checklist to follow when in danger. They should know whom to reach for when in an emergency. Create a trust-based relationship with children and school authorities.

Creating a safe environment is everyone’s responsibility. School safety and parental awareness together bring a better change for our children.

This post is written for #BlogchatterA2Z series by Blogchatter, and my theme for this challenge is Gleeful Parenting.

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