13. Are Your Kids Getting the Best of You? Or, What's Left of You?

SummaryDr. Celeste Simmons shares practical strategies for co-parenting, focusing on relational proximity and emotional presence to improve parent-child relationships amidst co-parenting challenges.Keywordsco-parenting, relational proximity, emotional presence, parenting strategies, family dynamics Key topicsRelational proximity and emotional presence in parentingThe impact of emotional state on parent-child relationshipsStrategies to improve relational access and attunementThe proximity check and emotional regulation techniquesShifting focus from effort to relational quality TakeawaysYour kids measure your love by your presence, not your effort.Relational proximity is about where you are emotionally, not physically.Children manage their parents' emotions, not just their own needs. Quality time is less important than attuned, emotionally available presence.Relational access is given to conflict and stress, not just loved ones.ThemesThe 4 Key Steps to Being Fully Present for Your KidsHow to Reclaim Your Relational Space in Co-Parenting Sound bites"Your kids measure your love by your presence, not your effort.""Relational proximity is about where you are emotionally.""Show up as a stable, attuned, emotionally available parent."Check Your Own ProximityBook with Dr. Celeste