Is It True? “Nobody Knows What They’re Doing”

Parenting often feels like a constant struggle between the belief that nobody knows what they are doing and the assumption that others have it all figured out. This false dichotomy ignores the power of curiosity, which serves as a vital tool for understanding the underlying feelings and needs driving a child's behavior. By shifting focus from surface-level actions—such as a child throwing a tablet or hitting a parent—to the root cause, parents can move beyond reactive discipline. Guest Myleik Teele shares personal experiences, including managing travel stress and public outbursts, to illustrate how practicing curiosity allows for more intentional, calm responses. Ultimately, parenting is not about achieving perfection, but about developing the muscle to observe, understand, and adapt, which eventually provides children with the emotional language to navigate their own expectations and frustrations.