Parents Just Dont Understand

One of the biggest arguments I've ever had with my Mom was about my career choice.  She didn't agree with my decision to leave my corporate job and become a floral designer.  I understand that it was out of love and her OWN fears that she did not want me to pursue my dreams, but it hurt nonetheless.  When it comes down to it we all want our parents to be proud of us.  We desire their approval, but my desire to live a life without regrets was greater.

I came across this awesome woman Marie Forleo this morning.  Her delivery style, her down to earth manner, her mantra, everything about her resonated with me.  She's a business and life coach and the white bestfriend I never had.  When you have 30 minutes PLEASE view her interview with Mastin Kipp, founder of TheDailyLove.Com.  He gives the story of his amazing life thus far but midway through the interview he talks about a conversation he had with his Mom about his choices. 

If your parents just don't understand, copy his response verbatim and have a heart to heart convo. with them.  Even if their behavior never changes atleast you've expressed yourself clearly and can move on.