Molly Shannon on how the death of her mom at a young age shaped her as a parent
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Molly Shannon, at 60, reflects on her parenting journey, emphasizing her commitment to growth as a mother to her adult children, Stella and Nolan. She often seeks feedback from them and continually engages in learning through books and podcasts. The loss of her mother at a young age has instilled in her a profound appreciation for life and family, motivating her positive parenting approach. Shannon's close relationship with her children and her recent success at NYU's commencement highlight her dedication to both her career and family life.
I try to work on myself a lot. I take the job very seriously. My mom died when I was little, so I've always had an attitude of, 'This is it! You're alive! Let's do it!' I appreciate it and I would say that I'm a happy mother.
I never took anything for granted because my mom died when I was so young. So, I have a very positive attitude and I'm very grateful ... I don't feel like I'm anyone to give advice, but I feel very glad that I am so close to both my kids.
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