So many of us parent the way our parents did – because it’s the only example we’ve had a chance to see up close. We think one of the ways to remedy this is to create a space where people can share stories of the things they feel their parents did right, so we can all learn from those examples.

Poppito

They were the influence behind me finding my own relationship with the creator. Despite being adopted 3 times; With the most high’s wisdom and mercy I was able to honor my parents and make amends in my own life. Read more>>

Laurie Maves

Growing up in the 1970’s was very different than today. I believe my parents did many of the “right” things for me as a child. They were stern, yet supportive. They provided structure but were not hovercraft parents. Read more>>

Rashad Talley

My parents instilled in me a strong work ethic from a young age, teaching me the value of diligence and perseverance. This foundation has been instrumental in my career, enabling me to tackle challenges head-on and strive for excellence. Read more>>

Matthew Mahler

Reflecting back, I grew up in a stable household; my father was a high school art teacher and my mother waited tables a few nights a month before going back into teaching full time when I was in high school. Read more>>

Alyson Brown

My parents did a great job in providing me with a strong foundation of faith and instilling values that shaped my character, such as integrity, resilience, and discernment. Read more>>

Matthew Reynolds

My parents did an incredible job of encouraging me to pursue whatever it was I was fascinated by while I was growing up. Read more>>

Yoko Kohmoto

I wouldn’t be where I am now without my parents’ patience, trust, and support. Actually, my mom was the first person to suggest that I might be a good film producer. Read more>>

Skira Martinez

My parents taught me to think outside the box, how to create by reusing, redoing, revamping and reimagining. They fostered and supported my creativity by teaching me how powerful and nessasary imagination is. Read more>>

Amy Croger

First off, my parents are amazing. They are beautiful humans. They are my family, and they are also my best friends. They are not perfect. Read more>>

Kristin Cogan

The greatest gift my parents gave me was giving me the space to make mistakes. Through mistakes, I learned invaluable lessons about myself and the world. Read more>>

Jaye Pniewski

My parents raised me to be very respectful to others and treat all people fairly. I have used this attitude throughout my career in TV production from hiring my crew, to on set respect given to and expected from all parties involved. Read more>>

Angela Lenhardt

That’s a great question! In my memoir, A Charmed Journey, l talk about how I grew up on a farm and did a number of chores like taking care of cows, horses, dogs, cats and rabbits, riding motorcycles, building forts, shooting guns and playing basketball with my brother. Read more>>

Morgan Linzee

Growing up with two sets of parents, my actual parents and my grandparents, was a unique and enriching experience that has profoundly shaped who I am today. Read more>>

Gissette Valentin

My mother introduced us to movies at a young age. We would go to the theater and sometimes sneak into another movie after the first, whatever was playing on the same side. Read more>>

Barbara Fresz

One thing my parents got right, was always encouraging me to try new things. I never felt limits to what I could do, if I was interested in something, I just gave it a try. Read more>>

Kayla Vega

One thing my parents did right was not forcing me to pursue a more practical career path. They encouraged me from a very young age to be who and what I wanted to be. Read more>>

Hoston Fannings

My dedication to community service is personal. My parents, Theresa and William Fannings, have devoted nearly five decades to community service, founding and managing powerful outreach programs. Read more>>

M!Lady

My Morher and Father and their opposites in rearing cities. My Father was raised in a rural area in Mississippi and Mother was raised within the city of New Orleans. Read more>>

Meryl Meisler

My parents, Jack and Sunny (Schulman) Meisler, loved my brothers Ken, Mitchell, and me unconditionally. Mom said, “Even though our marriage broke up, there’s something we did right- we’ve got three smart, wonderful, and beautiful kids.” Read more>>

Andre Anderson

As a kid, I was always myself. I grew up playing soccer at a high level and I was always free spirited! I remember all of the soccer trips I took all across the United States and even having the chance to play in Scotland, Read more>>

Lindsay Tillman

I think the number one thing my parents did right was be right with God…as best as humanly possible. It was made evident through their living that it is less about doing & more about their being. Read more>>

Zico Mthethwa

So, I grew up with just my mom, a teacher wrangling two kids on a teacher’s salary. We had everything we needed, but let’s just say the coolest book covers weren’t exactly in the budget. Read more>>

Rachel Wright

I think my parents have done a lot of things right after many failed attempts. Which is exactly how I learn, by doing. I’d like to preface by saying I am so beyond grateful and blessed with both of my parents. Read more>>

Derek Allen

You know, being a parent myself, I’ve learned a ton about the fine art of letting your kids spread their wings while still keeping them grounded. Read more>>

Chelsea Fritts

My parents have always been a steady guide in my life. Looking back, they have provided a wonderful balance of support and leadership as well as freedom to fail and fly. Read more>>

Jaswant Pakki

My parents signed my sister and I up for every extra curricular activity imaginable. I played guitar, percussion, clarinet, basketball, baseball, tennis, took swimming lessons, dance classes, taekwondo, played in chess tournaments, went to Kumon, and ran track. Read more>>

Vanessa Gomez

I think this is such a powerful question. Especially living in a world where a lot of us are on the journey of addressing generational trauma, breaking generational curses, and realizing how our parents’ and/or guardians’ behaviors throughout our childhood have been showing up in our adulthood. Read more>>

Sharon Winfield

Growing up, I was fortunate to have a mom who exemplified resilience, integrity, and a quiet personality, yet would tell you a few things if she was provoked. Read more>>

Stephanie Parra

Growing up, I never felt poor and underprivileged. Our home was full of love and encouragement that we received from our parents. Read more>>

Brinn Hill

The best thing that my mom did for me was expose me to everything possible. Growing up in rural Missouri, she didn’t have access to a lot of the things that I did growing in up Milwaukee Wisconsin. Read more>>

Arnesto Frost

What my parents do write: My parents taught me to always treat other with respect and help them out as much as possible. Read more>>

Jaclyn Shedden

My parents met at a St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Kearny, NJ. My mom was in the US from Canada working as a nanny and my Dad had spent most of his childhood in Kearny after immigrating from Glasgow, Scotland. Read more>>

Kamree Walker

Both of my parents have been an inspiration for me in their own ways. My mom was a beautician, so the importance of taking care of my skin and hair was taught at a very young age! Read more>>

Samaria Witherspoon

First thing first, I just want to say I have the best parents. My parents Sharon and Johnny Witherspoon are my two best friends. Read more>>

Kara Elyse Henderson

My parents have always displayed what is possible with faith, focus and perseverance in their personal and professional pursuits. Read more>>

NOTE

Both of my parents have been a huge influence on the person I am today. My moms has always encouraged me to be exactly who I am, whether she agreed with my choices or not. Read more>>

Briana Ellison

I grew up with two working parents. My Mom was a Nurse in the operating room and would have to get up early for work. She always had really interesting stories she would tell us about different surgical procedures. Read more>>

Hannah Jaumot

My parents have encouraged my creativity since the very beginning. Growing up, my house was filled with different art projects and craft kits and my parents were always encouraging me to create. Read more>>

John-Michael Dooley

I was fortunate to grow up with great parents who encouraged me to be well rounded and participate in a variety of activities. Read more>>

Adira Sharkey

My parents are not musicians themselves but they are music enthusiasts, and there was always music on in the house, all different genres from all over the world. Read more>>

Donald Sanders

My parents did everything right in my eyes. Both my mom and dad have given me constant support throughout my journey. Read more>>

Briah Gober

Both of my parents are very left-brained, business professionals, the process of being me was always a bit of a challenge. They misunderstood me for a while but they’ve always supported me. Read more>>