Parenting requires being open, warm, friendly, spontaneous and affectionate. For these reasons, introverted parents face a difficult challenge.
Introverted parents can succeed in parenting as much as extroverted parents although it might be more challenging or difficult. Creating A Fair Haven shared some valuable parenting tips for introverted parents.
1. Introverted parents need to set up an area where unnecessary noise is not allowed.
Having kids mean having a lot of noise in the house. Unfortunately, introverted people like peace and quiet.
In order to cope with this situation, set up a room or area in your house where the kids are not allowed to make unnecessary noises. Think of it as your house's library or church.
2. Introverted parents can implement a quiet time period every day.
Kids cannot be noise and playful the whole day. Setting up a quiet and peaceful time period every day is necessary for a more well-balanced life for the kids.
During this quiet time period, the kids can pass the time by napping, praying, playing board games quietly, reading books or making art works. This can be a great time for introverted parents to finish their work that requires a quiet and peaceful environment.
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3. Introverted parents need to plan the day carefully.
"Looking at the day as a blank slate is paralyzing; therefore, having a general agenda planned is so helpful," Creating A Fair Haven advised. "Taking the few minutes that it takes to plan out events is well worth the mental energy saved throughout the day."
4. Introverted parents need to find balanced family activities.
Introverted parents need to know which children's activities are draining them and which ones they find fulfilling. Obviously, you cannot make your kids participate only in activities that you find fulfilling. The key is to balance properly by giving them draining activities and fulfilling activities alternately.
Always remember that introverted parents can be awesome parents too. Introverted personality can be an asset and strength if used correctly, according to Quiet Revolution.
