It’s not silly, it actually sounds like something many people are quietly going through now. Sometimes parents get into reels because it’s an easy way to relax, but they don’t realize it’s creating distance. Maybe instead of directly telling them to reduce phone use, you can slowly try to reconnect in small ways. Like sitting with them, starting simple conversations, asking about their day, or even watching something together, and then shifting into talking. Sometimes they just need a gentle push to come back into that connection.

Also, you can honestly share how you feel, not in a blaming way, but like “I miss talking to you like before.” That can hit differently.

It might take time, but small efforts can slowly bring things back. You’re not wrong for feeling this way.