The other day my twelve-year-old says to me, I don't feel…
“The other day my twelve-year-old says to me, I don't feel like I'm with you right now. You're in the car with me, you're checking your e-mail, you're not listening to me, I don't feel like I'm with you. And I say, You know what? That was your mother's gripe, too. And she was right. And you're also correct. When you cop to something, you get to the next level. In this case, the next level is: I just learned something from my twelve-year-old.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
A child feels ignored when a parent is distracted, highlighting the need for present attention.
In simple terms: Kids notice when adults aren't fully present.
Key Takeaway
Give undivided attention to loved ones.
Themes
parenting
attention
communication
Mood
reflective
concerned
Type
advice
parenting
When to use this quote
- family dinner
- car rides
- homework help
- parent‑child talks
Key Concepts
mindfulness
emotional intelligence
Questions to Reflect On
- How often do you truly listen?
- What can you change to be more present?
A Different Perspective
Hard to stay fully present in a busy world.