I suffered depression when my daughter was small and despaired that I didn’t have the energy to do much with her. My psychiatrist gave this great advice: just sit on the floor with her while she plays. Having you there is all that matters. Later in high school when she was often embarrassed when I interacted with her in public esp with friends around, again I learned how deeply it mattered to her that I show up to her games, concerts etc. just being there is so important—we don’t have to throw ourselves into active engagement.
Not quite the same, but I've gotten into ecstatic dance in the last few years. Like, it just feels good to dance!!! Sounds so fun to do it with your girl. How sweet. 🫶🏼
I suffered depression when my daughter was small and despaired that I didn’t have the energy to do much with her. My psychiatrist gave this great advice: just sit on the floor with her while she plays. Having you there is all that matters. Later in high school when she was often embarrassed when I interacted with her in public esp with friends around, again I learned how deeply it mattered to her that I show up to her games, concerts etc. just being there is so important—we don’t have to throw ourselves into active engagement.
Not quite the same, but I've gotten into ecstatic dance in the last few years. Like, it just feels good to dance!!! Sounds so fun to do it with your girl. How sweet. 🫶🏼