Why I Never Make My Son Say ‘Thank You’ or ‘Sorry’ Anymore

Parenting is challenging, and everyone has their own style. Emma, 38, chooses empathy over traditional methods in raising her 8-year-old son, Georgie. Instead of strict discipline, she focuses on compassion to help him thrive.

Her unconventional approach feels right, and she believes parenting is more than just rules. Emma shares her story online, inviting advice and discussion from other parents. Through this journey, she has found joy and challenges in raising her son with empathy.

Emma’s story reminds us that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to parenting—love and care matter most.