Andrew Newman, author of Conscious Stories, discusses how parents can use the last 20 minutes of the day to promote social and emotional learning in children. The importance of bedtime stories for bonding, relaxation, and communication is highlighted. Sleep as a tool for processing trauma and creating protective strategies is explored. The role of narrative work and creativity in trauma therapy and personal development is discussed. Adult play and creativity in parenting, the power of pausing and breathing for attunement, and the importance of recognizing the transition to sleep are also covered.
