The Daily Dad Teach Them To Be Bigger
Aug 23, 2022
Discover a powerful story of resilience as Jim Lawson shares how a childhood racial insult shaped his understanding of self-worth. Learn how his mother taught him to respond to hate with love and kindness. The discussion emphasizes the crucial role parents play in instilling resilience in their children, encouraging them to rise above adversity with compassion. This heartfelt conversation inspires a new perspective on parenting, focusing on the lasting impact of kindness in a challenging world.
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Jim Lawson's Childhood Lesson
- 10-year-old Jim Lawson was slapped a child who called him a racial slur.
- His mother taught him that he was bigger than the hate around him and should respond with kindness and love.
Teach Children To Be Bigger
- Teach children they are bigger than the small-minded people around them.
- Encourage them to be the bigger person and achieve bigger things.