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Nov 14, 2025
Andy Lotz, Co-founder and former CEO of Nixon, shares heartfelt insights on parenting after losing his wife, Liz, to ovarian cancer. He reveals how he underestimated the hidden emotional labor in parenting and discovered deeper, nonverbal connections with his kids. Lotz emphasizes the importance of daily routines in building trust and empathy. He urges tech leaders to prioritize authentic parent-child interactions and reflects on the role of AI in shaping emotional growth, reminding us that the real prize in parenting is accessing a child's inner world.
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From A–M To A Whole New Role
- Andy Lotz recounts his family life before Liz's illness and how roles were divided A–M and N–Z.
- After Liz's diagnosis and death he realized he had underestimated the emotional and logistical weight of N–Z duties.
There’s A World Beyond Z
- Andy realized parenting extends beyond routines into a 'world beyond Z' of nonverbal, empathy-rich connection.
- Those moments create neural, trust-based bonds that language alone cannot produce.
Small Moments Unlock Deep Connection
- Andy describes small, everyday moments that revealed deep connection with his children.
- Examples include buying feminine products in Vermont and a red-light conversation about deepest desires.