Boundaries and parents..Do you have them?
Hello coffee lovers, I hope all my readers are doing well and getting some good weather despite the rain. It's mother’s day and I wanted to talk about something different like boundaries. As mothers we take on a role that changes the rules from time to time. Boundaries between a mother and her child naturally envelope as a child grows,shifting from physical care to emotional and psychological support. In early childhood,mothers often serve as a primary care taker,with little space for perineal boundaries due to the child's complete dependency. As the child gains independence -through school friendship and personal interest -mothersmust gradually adjust their role,stepping back to allow room for growth. This transition can be emotionally complex,as the bond forged through constant presence begins to loosen,requiring the mother to redefine her sense of purpose and involvement. These shifting boundaries can deeply affect mothers,often stirring feelings of loss,uncerta...