Korean parenting style Archives

Embracing Global Perspectives in Parenting: The Value of Learning from Different Cultures

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Welcome back to my blog! I’m excited to begin a series that will delve into various aspects of Korean parenting styles. This inaugural post in the K-parenting series will highlight the benefits of learning about diverse parenting styles from around the world.

In the world we inhabit, there is no such thing as a perfect individual, just as there are no perfect nations or cultures. This imperfection underscores the importance of learning from each other, especially in the context of parenting. By exploring how different cultures approach child-rearing, we can gain valuable insights and expand our own parenting toolkits.

Better, Happier, Healthier Me – The Gift of Motherhood (Getting Started – Prelude 1)

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I entered motherhood later than most, after 13 years of marriage, and now I’m nurturing a vibrant 5-year-old. My journey to parenthood wasn’t planned; in fact, for years, I actively chose not to have a child. Despite all precautions, life had its own plans and brought me the unexpected gift of motherhood.

The reasons behind my delayed entry into parenthood are complex. A key factor was the fulfilling life my husband and I shared, deeply immersed in our careers and each other. To me, having a child felt synonymous with sacrifice and selflessness – perceptions likely shaped by my cultural upbringing, which often highlights parental sacrifice, and witnessing my parents’ own life-long dedication to family.

Dr. Jiwon Yoon on Korean Parenting, Effective Communication, Digital Literacy, and Cultural Intelligence – For you to raise Resilient, Resourceful, and Adaptable Children

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Embracing Global Perspectives in Parenting: The Value of Learning from Different Cultures

Better, Happier, Healthier Me – The Gift of Motherhood (Getting Started – Prelude 1)

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