Daily Dad
Daily parenting meditations and advice for fathers; frequent prompts on presence, discipline and emotional intelligence.
Greatest Musician's Top Role: Parent, Not Performer
Even the greatest musician of all time is more important as a parent to his children than he is an artist to the world.
Cut the Nonessential, Gain Time and Tranquility
"Most of what we say and do is not essential. If you can eliminate it, you'll have more time, and more tranquility. Ask yourself at every moment, "Is this necessary?" -Marcus Aurelius
Kids Thrive when Seen, Heard, Loved, and Known
Your kids need to be seen. They need to be heard. They need to be loved. They need to be known
Model Responsibility: Be Careful, Stay Prepared
Show them what responsibility looks like. Show them how to be careful and how to always be prepared.
Start a Judgment-Free Home: End Bullying, Opinions
The world needs less judgment, less bullying, fewer opinions, period. Can you start this trend at home?
Let Kids Be Themselves, Not Your Reflection
Maybe you're artistic and your kid is not. Maybe you're athletic and your kid is not. Maybe you're liberal and your kid is not. Whatever it is, let them be who they are. Let them experiment. Let them discover themselves....
Every Child Follows a Unique Timeline, Not a Benchmark
The comparison trap starts at the first pediatrician visit and never really stops — percentiles, milestones, other people’s kids on bikes. But every child has their own timeline, their own trajectory, and their own potential.
Define Yourself by Virtues, Not by Others' Standards
One of the most interesting passages in Marcus Aurelius's Meditations is this one: Epithets for yourself: Upright. Modest. Straightforward. Sane. Cooperative. Try not to exchange for others.
It's Not Results, It's Who Your Kids Become
Results don't matter-not the obvious ones, anyway. What counts is the person your kids are shaping themselves into and the things you do along the way to help them.
Fatherhood: Tough Challenges, Unmatched Joy
Being a dad is hard but it’s one of the best things ever. ( cc @brentrichard_ )
Guide, Don't Yell: Connection Beats Control
Remember- your children need your guidance, not your yelling. Your connection with them matters more than temporary control.
Daily Dad Offers Timeless Parenting Wisdom
Todays excerpt from The Daily Dad: 366 Meditations on Parenting, Love, and Raising Great Kids
Pause, Notice Gratitude Before Resentment and Anger
Before resentment, before anger, before envy, pause. Look around. There is more here to be grateful for than we often allow ourselves to see.
Switch Roles, Discover Hidden Strengths and Empathy
Parenting experiment idea from @RyanHoliday Switch roles for a day. Track heart rate. Compare notes. You might think you’re better at what your partner does… until you actually do it.
Teach Through Stories, Let Answers Reveal Themselves
Stop thinking about giving them all the answers and start thinking about stories to tell that make the answers self-evident.
Parents Embrace “Daily Dad” As Morning Ritual
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Stay Strong: Bad Days Don't Define Parenting
You can't let a bad day or bad person prevent you from being a good parent.
Be Present and Cherish Every Moment with Your Kids
Important reminder to remain present and enjoy every moment you have with your kids. ( cc @thecinematicdad )