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“If your kids remember anything, it's the fact that you were there. You're gonna fail every day, you're gonna make mistakes, you're gonna do things wrong, but as long as you're there, they remember that. And I see that. Our kids are so young, but they know that we're at every basketball game. We…” quote by Raine Maida
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“If your kids remember anything, it's the fact that you were there. You're gonna fail every day, you're gonna make mistakes, you're gonna do things wrong, but as long as you're there, they remember that. And I see that. Our kids are so young, but they know that we're at every basketball game. We take them with us to places, we engage them. It's not helicopter parenting we just keep them around us. It's that bond. If you lose that it's hard to get it back. I think by showing up, kids, they're always connected to you.”

Raine Maida

About This Quote

This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.

Consistent presence in children's lives builds lasting bonds, even with imperfections.

In simple terms: Being there matters more than being perfect.

Key Takeaway

Show up regularly for your kids.

Themes

parenting presence bonding

Mood

hopeful encouraging

Type

advice inspirational

When to use this quote

  • sports events
  • daily routines
  • school activities
  • family outings

Key Concepts

attachment theory family dynamics

Questions to Reflect On

  • How does your presence affect your child's confidence?
  • What small actions reinforce connection?
A Different Perspective

May not address quality of interaction.

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