Why it's important to show your true self to your kids

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Why it's important to show your true self to your kids

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If I went back in time, probably one of the biggest things that I would do differently with my daughter, would be to share more of my emotion. I was -- and having more fun. I was into more of being a parent and I witness her doing similar things now, just allowing her to see me as a person and having fun. Also, being able to cry. I don't think my daughter was able to see me cry until I was much older. I believe that when we show them more of who we are, that allows them to be okay with who they are as well.

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Linda Joy Gant’s life mission and passion is to blend borders and cultures locally and around the world using the language of the arts, music and travel. Linda is a business owner of LJoy Travel, specializing in tours to Asia. As an Agape Licensed Spiritual Practitioner, Linda provides her clients with counseling and life coach services. Her services, seminars and training include strategies for developing life and business missions. Linda is a mother, grandmother, sister and a loving caregiver to her mother. 

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If I went back in time, probably one of the biggest things that I would do differently with my daughter, would be to share more of my emotion. I was -- and having more fun. I was into more of being a parent and I witness her doing similar things now, just allowing her to see me as a person and having fun. Also, being able to cry. I don't think my daughter was able to see me cry until I was much older. I believe that when we show them more of who we are, that allows them to be okay with who they are as well.