You've been there. Your child is dealt, what you perceive to be, an inexcusable blow. One of your children's friends says something that hurts their feelings. A teacher accuses your child of doing something you know seems way out of character. Your child gets skipped over during tryouts for a team you know they'd be great at. Suddenly, out of nowhere, you grow teeth, claws, hair and begin growling at the nearest person. You have Mother Bear Syndrome. There is no cure and furthermore, you don't want to be cured. This syndrome was given to you by God to protect your children from harm.
Unfortunately, with most gifts that God gives us, there is need for discernment and many of us are lacking this trait. We have to learn to use the Syndrome for His glory and that is where plenty of parents mess up. Without waiting to see if our child really did what they are accused of or whether making this team is what God has planned, we strike and leave a trail of carnage in our wake. There are times when it is absolutely necessary for us to fight for our babies, no matter how old they are. But there are times when we should pause, pray, and proceed cautiously. Not out of fear, but instead with the same self control we want our children to use. Believe me, this is a hard task. Daily, there are times when I want to go all "bear" on someone who hurts the cubs, but sometimes this just isn't what we are called to do. The Syndrome holds great power, but also requires great wisdom. Embrace you bearness!
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