The Daily Dad Don't Give Them Your Fears
Jun 9, 2022
Explore how parental fears can influence a child's understanding of fear. The host shares a personal story about a childhood encounter with a snake, emphasizing the lasting impact of parental reactions. The discussion focuses on the importance of parents managing their own anxieties to nurture their children's natural curiosity and resilience.
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Abramović’s Childhood Fear
- As a child, Marina Abramović’s curiosity about a snake turned into fear.
- This was due to her grandmother’s terrified reaction, not the snake itself.
Don’t Project Fear
- Avoid projecting your fears onto your children.
- Let them explore and develop their own understanding of the world.
Learned Fear
- Children’s fears are often learned from adults’ reactions.
- This learned fear can override natural curiosity and limit potential.