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Get Untrapped

Phase 1: Recognition — See the Pattern

The Comparison Trap

When measuring yourself against other parents keeps you from seeing the child you actually have.

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Shannon D. Smith, CPTD
Sep 08, 2025
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It sneaks up on you.

One minute you’re just scrolling, and the next you’re staring at another mom’s picture-perfect birthday spread, the honor roll post, the vacation photos, the “look how well-adjust…

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