Gardener vs Lifeguard: Which Kind of Parent Are You? Slowly, slowly, now—let’s grow. Parenting is hard work—no matter how you do it. Whether you're nurturing your child from the roots or diving in to save them from drowning, the emotional labor is real. But have you ever thought about what kind of parent you are? Are you a gardener or a lifeguard? The Gardener Parent Gardeners begin early. They prepare the soil. They plant seeds. They water. They prune. They stay consistent through the storms and dry spells. Gardener parents take the time to build their child’s foundation with love, boundaries, and trust. They invest in the quiet moments: bedtime stories, honest conversations, gentle discipline, encouragement of curiosity. Their strength is patience. They know growth isn’t instant—it’s slow and invisible at times. But they believe that if they tend to the roots, the child will eventually bloom in their own season. The Lifeguard Parent Lifeguard parents spring into...
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