Psychology Today | 28.05.2026 02:02
There’s an old saying that a parent is only as happy as their unhappiest child. Raising kids brings us face-to-face with the past; your child’s present state reflects all that’s come before, and it’s easy to see mistakes, dwell on regrets, and replay that list of should-have-dones. If you’re haunted by parental guilt, berating yourself for things you wish you had never done or could only do over, here are some new ways to look back and be kinder to yourself:
