The Daily Dad This is How We Fool Ourselves
Jan 22, 2026
Delve into the hidden consequences of parenting choices and how we often underestimate their impact. Explore the cautionary tale of Augustus, whose family life suffered from misprioritized values. Ryan Holiday discusses the dangers of dismissing small decisions that can spiral out of control. The episode emphasizes the need for caution, wisdom, and humility in parenting. Gain valuable insights into navigating the challenges of fatherhood and fostering a supportive community.
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Act With Caution And Humility
- Be careful and deliberate about choices that affect your family.
- Be wise and humble when weighing work and home trade-offs, Ryan Holiday advises.
Small Choices Become Big Relationship Debt
- We underestimate how small decisions accumulate into relationship debt.
- Ryan Holiday warns those debits can suddenly overwhelm any deposits we've made.
Augustus As A Tragic Parenting Caution
- Ryan Holiday references John Williams' Augustus as a cautionary example.
- Augustus gains power but ends estranged from his daughter and trapped in a miserable marriage.
