My daughter started to come into my office tonight, saw the laptop open, and quietly backed out without a word. Nobody taught her to do that. She just learned, over time, that when I am working I am not to be interrupted. Watching her small back retreat, I felt something turn over in my chest.
More people experience this than they realize.
Your kids have learned not to interrupt your work, and it troubles you.
If this sounds familiar, the Library can help you find the bigger picture.