When A Child Says “Watch Me” – Parenting Thought

When a child says ‘watch me,’ they’re really saying ‘teach me how to value what I do.’ We lend our eyes so they can borrow belief. Applause matters less than presence; presence turns attempts into identity.

Build Watch Windows—two short, phone-free moments daily to witness their effort, not the outcome. Reflect one specific skill you saw (“you kept trying different angles”).