Turning Chaos Into Calm

APR 9, 2026

In my new line of work, I remind parents that we’re all winging it. There is no manual for parenting. But our kids don’t know that. We’re older, bigger, equipped with a modicum of executive functioning, language, perspective, and decades of experience being human. Parents have the advantage.

Until your little munchkin catches you at your worst. You’re running on fumes. Long hours. Managing personalities. Smiling through stress. You’ve been “regulated” all day. Controlled, professional, and polished.

This article was written by Penny Greening and originally published by BC Parent Newsmagazine. FULL ARTICLE