power of showing up” — learning to be emotionally and mentally present with our kids during the storms of life.Siegel’s review of the research shows that having at least one person show up in a predictable and emotionally present way predicts not only children’s happiness, but their social and emotional development, leadership skills, meaningful relationships, and even academic and career success.And now, more than ever, our kids need this protection.
The pandemic has not only exposed families to the risk of illness and death, but also the consequent distress of widespread inequality, uncertainty and fear, financial hardship and mandated social isolation, including school closings.“What we know from the science is that having a supportive,.