The Daily Dad You Must Make Time For This
Feb 21, 2023
Amid the chaos of parenting, finding personal time is essential for mental health and family strength. The discussion emphasizes how we prioritize time for everything else—like doctor visits or car repairs—but often neglect our own needs. Listeners are encouraged to embrace moments of stillness in their busy lives. Practical strategies are shared to help carve out this vital personal space, highlighting that it's possible to make room for ourselves even in the midst of parenting responsibilities.
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Make Time for Yourself
- Prioritize personal time for mental well-being, just like doctor appointments or business opportunities.
- Find stillness through activities like running, yoga, meditation, or journaling.
The Importance of Solitude
- Anne Morrow Lindbergh highlights the societal expectation to prioritize external commitments over personal time.
- Protecting mental health requires dedicated solitude, even if it's perceived as unconventional.
Stillness Key
- Ryan Holiday created a "Stillness is the Key" key chain as a tangible reminder.
- This key symbolizes the importance of stillness and serves as a thoughtful gift.
