Gosh, Nat. My guess is that you posted this when I was in the middle of a very difficult time at the flat and not engaging on Medium. I am sorry I missed this and couldn't offer support at the time.

I know in my heart there is no such thing as perfect parenting, only "good enough." I know that much of the parenting advice (including Denis Waitley's) and many of the books can be helpful BUT the truth is that the "good enough" way to parent any child is totally dependent on that child. And i FEEL, I sense, i know that you are absolutely nailing the parenting of Nathan. And in the end, it will be the learning journey rather than the destination that is the most important. I am so very glad your husband is the supportive man he is. I wish you and your whole family well on all your journeys. The ones you take together and the ones you take alone. Much love, A💚💚💚