The Daily Dad

Lay Down These Rules

Mar 23, 2021

02:38

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Discussing the diversity of family rules and parenting styles. Emphasizing the need to demonstrate values rather than just preach. Introducing the new book 'The Boy Who Would Be King' by Ryan Holiday.

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Families develop unique rules based on personal preferences, reflecting diverse approaches to manners and behavior.

Plutarch emphasizes the importance of universal values like self-discipline and temperance that should transcend individual family differences, advocating for leading by example rather than strict rule enforcement.

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Setting Family Rules Based on Values

Families establish their unique rules, reflecting varying preferences regarding manners and behaviors. However, Plutarch emphasizes universal values like self-discipline and temperance that should transcend individual family differences. These values, consisting of practicing a simple life, controlling one's speech, managing anger, and governing actions, serve as fundamental guidelines for all ages. The key to instilling these virtues lies in leading by example, as parents must embody the behaviors they aim to teach their children, making it more about setting an example than enforcing rules.

Importance of Laying Down Rules and Teaching Universal Values to Children

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“Every family is going to have their own rules. Some parents want a “Yes, sir” and Yes, Ma’am,” others are OK being called by their first name. Some tolerate elbows on the table, others won’t even allow screen time. Every family is different, so every family will have different rules.”

Ryan explains why you must show more than you tell, on today’s Daily Dad podcast.

The Boy Who Would Be King is out now, written by Ryan Holiday in the depths of the pandemic (not unlike the one Marcus ruled through), this new beautifully crafted book is available now. Go to dailystoic.com/king to order now and you’ll automatically get the free audiobook.

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