The Daily Dad They Shrug It Off. So Can You
May 4, 2021
Explore the idea that kids have an innate resilience, often brushing off falls and frustrations. Parental reactions, however, can amplify their fears. Learn how releasing our unnecessary anxieties can promote healthier family dynamics. Discover the power of allowing children to experience their emotions without the weight of adult baggage.
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Natural Resilience
- Kids often have a healthy, natural response to setbacks.
- Parental anxieties can influence children's reactions negatively.
Unfazed Child
- Ryan Holiday recounts a story from Rich Cohen's book Pee Wees about youth hockey.
- Cohen's son wasn't upset about not making the team, even though the process was unfair.
Respect Childhood
- Let kids have their own reactions to situations.
- Don't impose adult anxieties or perspectives onto their experiences.
