The Daily Dad Always Put This First
Oct 3, 2025
In this engaging discussion, the importance of nurturing children's curiosity is highlighted, showcasing how creative projects fuel innovation. The host candidly addresses the challenges of prioritizing family amidst career demands, drawing on insights from Sandra Day O'Connor. Listeners are encouraged to foster open conversations about balancing personal and professional lives. It’s a refreshing take on parenting that emphasizes putting family first while also embracing creativity and exploration.
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Keep Projects Visible To Encourage Curiosity
- Ryan Holiday recounts the Wright brothers' mother keeping their projects on a special shelf to encourage curiosity.
- He links that practice to using KiwiCo kits to engage kids in hands-on creative play together.
Replace Screens With Shared Projects
- Try replacing screen time with a shared hands-on activity to foster creativity and connection.
- Use tools like KiwiCo kits to create regular opportunities for joint, real-world projects with your kids.
O'Connor's Glib Answer Reveals A Harder Truth
- Ryan Holiday recounts Sandra Day O'Connor answering "Always put your family first" at a judges' event.
- He explains the audience recognized the answer glossed over the real struggle and trade-offs she faced advancing her career.