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Pillar 2: Grace Over Perfection
WEEK 2 — Grace Over Perfection
Day 1 — Letting Go of Unreal Expectations
“The perfect mom doesn’t exist — but the present mom does.”
Talk about invisible expectations (clean house, patient every second, perfect homeschooling, etc.)
Grace > Pressure
Reflection: “Which expectation can I release this week?”
Affirmation: “Perfection isn’t required — love is enough.”
Day 2 — What Really Matters
“At the end of the day, only a few things really matter.”
Connection > completed tasks
Kids remember laughter, security, presence
Reflection: “What mattered MOST today?”
Affirmation: “I choose what matters, not what looks perfect.”
Day 3 — Rest is Productive
“Rest is not lazy — it’s necessary.”
The lie: “I’ll rest when everything is done.”
Rest improves patience, kindness, emotional availability
Reflection: “Where can I pause today?”
Breathing pause
Affirmation: “Rest helps me show up better.”
Day 4 — Repair > Perfection
“It’s not about never losing your cool — it’s about reconnecting afterward.”
Kids learn empathy from apology
Modeling humility builds trust
Reflection: “Who do I need to reconnect with?”
Affirmation: “Repair builds stronger relationships.”
Day 5 — Celebrate the Little Wins
“Some days, brushing your teeth IS the win.”
Shift from criticism → celebration
List 3 wins today (no win is too small)
Reflection: “What tiny win can I celebrate?”
Affirmation: “Small victories count.”
Day 6 — You're Doing Better Than You Think
“What if you saw yourself the way your kids see you?”
Highlight: Kids see love, not flaws.
Reflection: “Where am I too hard on myself?”
Affirmation: “I am growing, I am showing up — and that matters.”
Day 7 — Reflection + Release
“Pause before entering a new week.”
What did grace look like?
What can I carry forward? What can I lay down?
Affirmation: “I release perfection and embrace grace.”
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