Back to School 2020 is Hard!

Back to School, 2020 is a time of stress, shame, and second-guessing for parents.

No decision is perfect; there are logistical hurdles and tons of room for self-doubt.

If you are a parent with a school-age child, make space to acknowledge the feelings: the sadness, the loss of agency, the frustration.

And, if you are a manager or co-worker, ask the parents you know how they are doing...and then really listen.

HINT: DON'T make them rehash/defend all of their reasoning. Just listen and reply something like, "That sounds like a lot to figure out!" And (maybe) ask something like, "How is it going to you?"

Your care means a lot.