My Nonprofit Reviews

Dear Dr. Narvaez and Kindred World,
I hope all reading this message are well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the profound impact Dr. Darcia Narvaez’ research in human development has had on my life. Her insights have not only broadened my understanding of the field but have also provided me with valuable perspectives that I have been able to apply personally.
One aspect of Dr. Narvaez’ research that resonated with me is her work on the human need, particularly babies and toddlers, to feel safe and how this shapes emotional development. This insight helped me understand why my six-year-old mind thought I was an alien dropped in a place I did not belong. I did not feel I was valuable or wanted. With this insight, I could better understand my own emotional trajectory into adulthood. I spent a good part of my adult life disconnected from my own emotions and needs, tending to focus on other people’s thoughts and emotions. Profoundly, her work on the impact of early childhood experiences on adult behavior has been instrumental in helping me reflect on my own childhood. I now understand deeply the positive changes our culture has a chance to embrace by improving our parenting approach.
Another significant example of the power of her research (as she calls it the “Evolved Nest”) is the clear solution it delivers to building better humans “programmed” to love themselves, to love others and to love the world, our landscapes and all the animals who live here too. This has inspired me to develop an understanding of what I need to thrive as a human and to know how to care for my children. While they are now adults, I can pass my new knowledge on to them, improving my relationships with them, and notably, I see a way to begin a social movement to stop the spread of what our culture sees as normal ways to treat children and parents, our families.
Boldly and confidently, I have an ardent desire to make Darcia’s work a movement. Furthermore, her findings, the message of the Evolved Nest, offer research-based solutions to move our culture to a more compassionate place. Kindred World is on the leading edge of delivering the knowledge of the importance of our human species-specific needs for social connections for mental health and thriving and how to practice effective caregiving. Her solution has encouraged me to strengthen my social network and to prioritize meaningful relationships and to build new feelings into the relationships I have with my children which I could do only after I began creating a new relationship with myself. I simply did not know how to improve my relationships until I found Dr. Navaez’ work and Kindred World.
These examples are just a few of the many ways Darcia’s research has enriched my life. Her work and now Kindred World have inspired me to look at human development through a more nuanced lens, and I have found immense value in the practical applications of her findings. The depth and clarity of her research have been instrumental in helping me navigate various aspects of my own growth and development. We CAN have a different culture and a better world.
Thank you, Kindred World, for your dedication and commitment to advancing knowledge in this critical area. Your contributions have made a significant difference in my life, and I am deeply appreciative of the positive influence you have had.
With sincere thanks,
Renee Riecke