Being a conscious parent is not about arriving at a destination…after which you have earned the title “conscious parent.” It’s not a designation to put on your resume, or a symbol of having achieved a certain level of mastery of its principles. It’s about the commitment to the journey – and it can start on day one. You can choose TODAY to be a conscious parent. It means you are committed to the never-ending journey that emphasizes growth, truth, authenticity, and presence. We can all practice these skills and achieve various levels of mastery, however the genuine intention towards the journey is the most important piece that matters. Conscious Parenting is not a checklist of external attributes….it’s about the process. It is not about being a “human being,” but about being a “human becoming.” It is about being authentic, vulnerable, and honest. While there is a full spectrum of what that looks like from the outside, the most important aspect of being a conscious parent is the intention.

An encouraging sign at Disneyland

September 24, 2011 by Erika Elmuts Leave a Comment

The other day, my family journeyed to Disneyland for the day with friends who were visiting from out of town. It had been about 3 years since I had been last, with my then 3 year old.

As we were walking around, the inevitable “I’m huuuungry” whine made its presence known. Somewhat dreading the experience, I slowly walked over to the closest food concession stand. Prepared for the enticements of bright food coloring, candy, colored dots – I ended up being pleasantly surprised.

We ended up opting for a fruit cup, with strawberries and blueberries – while not organic (and 2 of the top 10 most important TO eat organic due to high pesticide levels) I was happy to have it even as a selection.

Sure enough, as we rounded the next corner, I see an even BETTER concession stand, with several fruit choices, crackers, and more healthier options than I ever thought.

While it’s not where I’d love it to be (yet) it is an encouraging step in the right direction.

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