12 ways to be a less distracted parent

Bonnie Harris, director of Connective Parenting, is an expert who has spent decades working with parents and kids to establish and strengthen family bonds. Here are her tips for parents to help them stay connected to their kids in today's distraction-heavy society.

9. Learn to say no

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A regulatory sign stands above an almost empty fishpond in a park in Singapore March 13.

Many parents, especially mothers, were brought up to believe that doing for others equals being a good person. Parenting is the toughest job there is. Especially for working parents, prioritize the needs of your family and yourself to stay focused and present.

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