I have so many memories of being told to stop whining or that I was having a "tone" when I was really just expressing my feelings. Now that I'm in the parent role, I'm trying to extend a more generous understanding to this "whining" voice... It is not always easy, but today, it worked and we both had a better morning as a result ❤️ #whining #toddlerlife #toddler #parenting #gentleparenting