Joan Didion's daughter struggled to comprehend her adoption, her place in the world. She asked an overwhelming number of questions about it. It doesn't matter if we have answers to their questions. All that matters is that they think it. We have to respect that. Denying them doesn't make them go away either. This adds resentment and uncertainty on top. What is worse? Hey, you're listening to a daily dad podcast. One meditation a day inspired to help you do your most important job - be a great father.
Some of the things your kids think are ridiculous–products of their imagination or their fears. Some of the things they like are hilarious and weird–the products of their own uniqueness, products of just not knowing better. Some of the feelings they have are not your fault–again, they have imaginations and fears. Some of their feelings are products of mistakes you’ve made, flaws you have.
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