| Eight principles for parents |
“I know I can do a better job” |
| Keep your eye the child |
“My child is lucky to have others, in addition to me, who care about him[her].” |
| Blame resolves nothing |
“Everyone makes mistakes. The important thing is to accept imperfection while also striving to be a better person.” |
| Maintain boundaries |
“I do not need to share the adult details of my life with my child.” |
| Secrets destroy families |
“I can find a way to tell my child the truth that is respectful of others.” |
| The connection with an ex is through the child |
“No one loves my child less because of the divorce. My feelings about my ex have nothing to do with my child.” |
| The past does not dictate the future |
“I need to remember that my child is affected by the changes in my life.” |
| Money is not a weapon |
“It is nice to have money but people are more important than things.” |
| Value those who value your child |
“My child benefits from the love and guidance of others. This can never take anything away from me.” |
