What a bizarre phrase – the pecking order. Originally referred to the expression of dominance in chickens: a measure of dominance and leadership. Later on used in reference to social organisation. Social hierarchy. Power structure. Is it about bullying your way to the top by exerting force by submission of the counterpart, or is it about importance and value and who is to determine that? So with this in mind… my question since entering the realm of motherhood – HOW should the order of priority and focus be determined in a new family structure?
I am guilty as guilty gets, hands up! When I became a mom, I went from the top (near the top) of my priority list, all the way down to number who knows. Scary, but not uncommon!
December 9, 2020