Happy Valentine’s Day! 💕
Valentine’s Day has always held a special place in my heart. I still smile when I think back to when my children were little—dressed in red, eagerly clutching tiny Valentine’s cards for their classmates. There’s something magical about this day—the energy, the colors, and most of all, the spirit of showing up for each other with love. I also love how it flows right after my Chinese New Year celebrations, making this season feel even more vibrant and full of joy.
But Valentine’s Day isn’t just about romance. It’s an opportunity to embrace love in its deepest form—the kind that fuels connection, empathy, and presence within our families. This is the heart of the Conscious Parenting Revolution—meeting our children with love, not just when it’s easy, but especially in the messy, imperfect moments.
This time of year always brings me back to Marshall Rosenberg’s beautiful song See Me Beautiful. It speaks to the universal longing we all have—to be seen, accepted, and loved exactly as we are.
🎶 See me beautiful, look for the best in me
That’s what I really am and all I want to be
It may take some time
It may be hard to find
But see me beautiful 🎶
Isn’t that what we all need? To be seen for who we truly are, without conditions? And isn’t that what our children need from us, too? Conscious Parenting is about presence over perfection, connection over control. It’s about choosing love even on the hard days—especially on the hard days.
So as we celebrate, I invite you to reflect: What do you wish on Valentine’s Day? Do you wish for more patience? More understanding? More moments of pure, unconditional love? Whatever it is, I hope you embrace it—not just for your partner, but for your children, your family, and your entire community.
From my heart to yours—Happy Valentine’s Day!
