Dan Siegel Do Not Shelter Children from Difficulties

I’ve observed that if I want my infant daughter to hold my hand it’s best to reach my hand out and let her grab it. If I reach for her arm she’s more likely to pull it away.

Adults would do well to consider this same principle when dealing with each other.

I understand the importance of connection when educating a young person but I tend to underestimate the importance when developing a mutual relationship with other adults.

Gonna need to work on that.

#sundaythoughts

“Readiness is when they do it.”

I would liked to have spent time with Magda Gerber. I think we would’ve gotten along quite well.

Laid down next to our youngest to watch her play and felt my life slip into slow motion.

If you ever want to feel like you can slow down time, watch an infant explore the objects around them. #SaturdayThoughts

My greatest joys as a father has not been taking my children on my adventures, but following them on theirs.

Take your kid out of the wagon, the stroller, or the harness and try exploring the world at their pace. I doubt you’ll regret it.

#minimeis