# Episode 136 Parenting Myths Series Part 4: Myths Keeping you Stressed Anxious and Exhausted

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Published: 2026-06-08T02:00:00+00:00
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Part 4: The Parenting Myths Keeping You Stressed, Anxious, and Exhausted In this powerful episode of the Parenting Myths Mini-Series, Anne explores three deeply rooted beliefs that leave many parents feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and emotionally depleted: "I Have To Fix My Child's Feelings," "If I Don't Handle This Perfectly, I'll Damage My Child," and "Good Parenting Means Self-Sacrifice." You'll discover why children don't need perfect parents, why emotions are not problems to solve, and how your own healing and regulation directly impact your parenting. This episode offers practical mindset shifts that can help you release guilt, let go of perfectionism, and build stronger connections with your children. In This Episode You'll Learn: Why your child's emotions don't need fixing How emotional resilience is actually developed The power of rupture and repair in relationships Why perfectionism creates stress in parenting How self-sacrifice can lead to burnout and resentment Practical ways to regulate yourself before responding to your child Ready to Become a More Regulated Parent? Join my From Triggered to Regulated Reset for Parents and learn the tools to stop reacting, start regulating, and create more peace and connection in your home. Connect With Anne: Masterful Parenting Podcast **************************************************************************************** Anne Alvares is a parent coach, educator, author, and the founder of the Masterful Parenting Program, known for helping families build stronger, healthier relationships through relational parenting and healing from childhood wounds. Background & Experience Anne has over 20 years of experience working with families as a school counsellor, teacher, and parent coach. She has spent 15+ years supporting…

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