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When you're disappointed in your child for traits they can't control

I keep comparing my shy daughter to my friend's outgoing kid and I hate that I'm disappointed in her for just being who she is.

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More people experience this than they realize.

What we've seen

A parent's unconscious expectations can create rejection of a child's authentic nature.

Worth thinking about

“Where Are You with The parent's inner life — what children bring up?”

If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.