A Qualitative Study of Mothers' strategies of Internalization of Patience in Morally-Oriented Parenting

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1 Masters in Family Counseling, Refah University College, Tehran, Iran

2 Assistant Professor at the Department of Counseling, Faculty of Psychology and Education, Allameh Tabataba’i University, Tehran, Iran

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Strategies for internalizing the virtue of patience in children using the grounded theory method were examined. The research population was sampled through a combination of convenience and purposive sampling. The data collection tool consisted of in-depth semi-structured interviews, conducted with 11 mothers who, based on a pilot screening, prioritized and valued moral parenting. The interviews continued until theoretical saturation was reached. Data analysis yielded three theoretical codes: (a) mental models as the foundational factor in facilitating the internalization of patience in children; (b) Nurturing parenting style as the second enabling factor in this process; and (c) Purposeful cultivation as a core strategy for internalizing patience in children. Based on the lived experiences of participating mothers, this study provides parents and educators with deeper insights into the process of internalizing patience in children. The findings contribute to the existing literature on child development and the internalization of moral virtues and patience in particular.

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Journal of Islamic Psychology
Volume 11, Issue 23
March 2026
Pages 241-263

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