REDISCOVERING THE ART OF CONNECTION

Why slowing down, paying attention and being fully present matters more than ever in distracted homes

- BY MICHAEL GUZDER | Special to Gulf News

The year 2026 has been designated as the UAE'S Year of the Family — a clear invitation to pause in our busy lives and rediscover what it means to truly see, listen, and connect with those closest to us. In a world overflowing with distractions — where devices constantly compete for our attention — we are often absorbed in screens, schedules, and concerns, leaving even those closest to us unnoticed.