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Patience Is Built on Trust and Safety

I was thinking about the marshmallow test while spending time with my 1.9y.o. It made me realize that patience isn’t just about self-control - it’s about trust and feeling safe. Kids learn to wait when they know we’ll keep our promises, so it’s up to us as parents to show them they can count on us.

Patience Is Built on Trust and Safety

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