We will find out in the years to come that presence (non-distracted, non-judging, authentic presence) is like sunlight to whoever you give it to.<p>You want your child to grow (intellectually, emotionally, etc.)?  Be present.  Watch them (with silent happy interest) while they&#x27;re playing.  Look into their eyes.  Talk to them and be interested in what they&#x27;re telling you.<p>Presence is so deeply important in a way we still can only guess at.  And the lack of it is so much more harmful than we yet know.