The Daily Dad Nothing You Teach Them Matters Without This
Sep 28, 2021
Courage is highlighted as a fundamental virtue in parenting. The discussion reveals how traits like honesty and self-discipline fall flat without bravery backing them up. It emphasizes that nurturing courage in children is crucial for their overall development. Additionally, the podcast introduces a series focused on stoic virtues, setting the stage for how courage serves as the cornerstone for achieving greatness and goodness in life.
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The Importance of Courage
- Teach kids essential values like honesty, self-discipline, and hard work.
- Prioritize teaching them courage, as it's fundamental for applying these values.
Courage's Role in Success
- Talent, kindness, and intelligence are valuable but insufficient without courage.
- Kids need bravery to utilize their strengths and face potential criticism.
Courage as the Foundation of Virtues
- C.S. Lewis stated that courage is not merely a virtue but the foundation of all virtues during challenges.
- Ryan Holiday's new book series on Stoic virtues begins with courage, emphasizing its importance.