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Helio's avatar

Also, I would say that attachment IS attention. They are not necessary separate concepts. We BEHOLD the other in our gaze. The deeper meanings of attention are often overlooked, especially when it comes to our children. I write about it here:

https://whycantwesayno.com/what-are-we-not-talking-about/#htoc-1-the-true-meaning-of-attention

ksantogold's avatar

This was a very interesting and thought-provoking read, thanks Maddy for sharing

Mandy McLean's avatar

Thanks, Chiara. I really appreciate that. I’m glad it sparked something for you. Hopefully it helps open up more dialogue and action as everything keeps moving so fast.

Andrew Cantarutti's avatar

Such an important piece! Thanks, Mandy.

Mandy McLean's avatar

Thanks, Andrew. I also loved your recent piece on screen-time studies. The research you pulled together is so powerful and alarming!