What insights does Hilary Erickson provide in her Pulling Curls podcast about the parenting mindset?

In her Pulling Curls podcast, I discuss the importance of having a balanced parenting mindset. Here are some key points:

1. Lower Your Expectations: I advise parents to lower their expectations, not just for their kids, but also for themselves. While it's good to have goals and ideals, it's crucial to understand that things may not always go as planned.

2. Savor Positive Experiences: I encourage parents to revel in the positive moments and write down their parenting wins. This can serve as a reminder of their successes during challenging times.

3. Maintain Your Identity: I emphasize that parents are not their kids. Even when kids are little and require a lot of attention, it's important to keep a sense of self. This could mean maintaining hobbies or interests, even if it's just watching related content on YouTube.

4. Separate Yourself from Your Kids: I suggest that parents keep themselves separate from their kids. This helps prevent feelings of loss when kids grow up and move out. It's important to still have things you enjoy and want to do on your own.

I also invite listeners to share their own recommendations for a parenting mindset on the Pulling Curls Instagram page.