In a discussion with Dr. Becky Kennedy, Will Guidara, a restaurateur and father of two, reflects on the profound impact his upbringing had on his understanding of love and its expression. Guidara, who has a four-year-old daughter named Frankie and a two-year-old son named Sonny with his wife Christina Tosi, emphasizes that feelings of love came not through accolades or achievements but through presence and connection. His mother, despite her inability to speak, was a strong influence, as she showed love through her attentive presence. This experience fundamentally shaped Guidara's approach to both hospitality at his restaurants and parenting. He believes that children absorb lessons about love long before they ever receive verbal explanations. He argues that love is about attention rather than accomplishments, as demonstrated in his parenting philosophy where the act of being seen and valued is crucial. Guidara expresses that being fully present for his children is a lesson he continues to learn and prioritize, stating that most adults tend to focus their intentionality more on work than at home. In his home, he tries as hard to create meaningful experiences as he does at work, focusing on building connections with his children and nurturing their emotional needs. Ultimately, Guidara's reflections offer insights into how love and attention are foundational lessons that children instinctively pick up, shaping their understanding of relationships throughout their lives.