The Daily Dad What Our Kids Need To Hear
May 24, 2024
Discover the importance of instilling strong character in children over mere achievements. A personal story highlights how values shape a child's future. The discussion promotes a new book that dives deeper into nurturing integrity and resilience. Learn how parenting with purpose can lead to enriched life experiences for the next generation.
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Walker Percy's Uncle's Advice
- Walker Percy, struggling in college, wrote to his uncle, William Alexander Percy.
- His uncle responded that grades mattered less than character, surprising Walker.
Prioritize Character over Success
- Prioritize raising good kids over successful ones.
- Character is more important than achievements; the latter follows the former.
Character is Fate
- The world's competitiveness and a child's potential might tempt parents to prioritize success over goodness.
- However, raising kids right inherently leads to both a good and successful life.
