The importance of being a present and involved parent

Being a great parent requires being present and involved in the lives of our children. Ryan Holiday reflects on the life of Gandhi, who, despite being a compassionate and forgiving figure to many, struggled to be a great father. This serves as a cautionary lesson that no matter how kind and patient we may be to others, we must apply the same virtues to our children. Ramashandran Guha, Gandhi's biographer, also acknowledges being an imperfect father. He advises young people to find a partner with slightly different interests to foster mutual enrichment. Ultimately, only our children can judge our success as parents, so it's crucial to prioritize spending quality time with them.