Mother Writes A List Of 'Don'ts' For Her Daughter And It's Something Everyone Needs To Read

Portland-based blogger and mother Toni Hammer recently shared a list of 'don'ts' for her daughter, which has gone viral across the internet. Rather than the usual parental admonitions like "Don't touch that!" or "Don't put that in your mouth!", Toni's list is designed to empower and encourage her five-year-old daughter, resonating with many other young girls as well. As parenting expert Dr. Jane Nelsen states, "Empowering children with positive guidance helps them develop confidence and resilience." The post begins with "To my Daughter," offering invaluable advice that can benefit little girls (and anyone) navigating the complexities of life. Check it out below!

To My Daughter,

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For all of those little people out there just beginning to learn about the big, bad world, it can be overwhelming and scary. Perhaps that's why this post has become so incredibly popular. Simple things like "Don't smile because someone told you to" or "Don't wear a dress if you don't want to" can mean so much to a young girl who is feeling pressured to be anything but herself. 

In true internet fashion, people are out in force to show their support for the post...

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But there are also others who have their own opinions to share as well...

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