It is not easy to become a good mother, especially in recent times. But intentionally certain efforts can be taken to become a good mother. These are the characteristics of a good mother as psychologists opine: A good mother will be compassionate to herself. Psychologist Melisa Weinbergh is of the opinion that most of the ladies who are kind to others are not compassionate to themselves. In the hectic schedule of caring the children and doing jobs they often forget to find time for rest or for their leisure. Most of the mothers suffer from frustration, feeling of guilt, self reproach etc.
◈ A good mother can communicate well. A good mother will communicate with their children. Unfortunately many mothers do not have proper communication with their children. It may lead to confrontation between them.
◈ A good mother can make a rapport with the children. They listen to their children and understand them. They look through the perspectives of their children to find solution to certain problems.
◈ A good mother can control the emotions. She may face pressure and confrontations. But a good mother can cope with all of them with a calm mind.
◈ A good mother offers security. It is said that nobody can offer such a security given by a mother. But a good mother will set a limit for the security because circumstances are to be created for the children to become self reliant.
