The Daily Dad

A Dad Must Ask For Help

May 28, 2020

02:18

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Discover the significance of dads asking for help, emphasizing the importance of modeling vulnerability and encouraging children to do the same. Sign up for the podcast to learn more.

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Setting an example for our kids by asking for help teaches them the value of vulnerability and the willingness to learn from others.

Acknowledging our limitations and seeking assistance when necessary is essential for our well-being and capacity to be good dads, and it empowers our children to seek help when needed.

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Importance of Asking for Help

A key lesson for dads is the importance of asking for help. Just as we would want our kids to seek assistance when they are struggling or in need, we should be setting the example by reaching out for support when we need it. By modeling this behavior, we teach our children the value of vulnerability and the willingness to learn from others. Refusing to ask for help sends the message that it is something to be ashamed of, which ultimately hinders our ability to be effective fathers. Moreover, acknowledging our own limitations and seeking assistance when necessary is essential for our well-being and capacity to be good dads.

The Importance of Dads Asking for Help

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"If your kid was struggling, you’d want them to tell you, right? If they didn’t understand something in class, you’d want them to ask the teacher. If your neighbor needed something, you wouldn’t mind if they mentioned it. If your spouse was overwhelmed and needed a hand, you’d expect them to come to you.

Okay. But what about you? Are you okay?" Find out what you should do when you need help on today's Daily Dad Podcast.

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