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As a working parent, I’ve had the same regrets and thoughts you’ve likely had (if you’re a parent). Should I quit my job and stay home (this was especially true during the pandemic.) Am I working too much? Will I miss out on this time with my child? As I used various pieces of parenting advice to support my child through difficult situations, I also thought about the parts that make me, me. When I used the language of strengths in my parenting, it was easier to shift my reactions.