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Your Result: The Protector
You’re wired to keep your child safe, even if it costs you your peace.
Your instinct to protect your child is strong and it may be rooted in your own experiences or fears. This doesn’t mean you’re broken; it means your nervous system is on high alert, trying to keep everyone safe.
Gentle tips to try this week:
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Pause and notice your body signals — tight jaw, tense shoulders — and name what you’re feeling: “Worried” or “Scared.”
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Try a gentler first response when a trigger hits: “Let’s pause together.”
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After the moment has passed, soothe yourself as you would your child — a warm drink, a slow breath, or a kind word.
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