The Daily Dad They Just Need You to Do This
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Nov 17, 2025 Parents face the reality of their children experiencing sadness, heartbreak, and failure. Understanding that tears are simply facts can lighten the emotional burden. Instead of reacting defensively, listening is key to helping kids process their feelings. Exploring family stories can create meaningful connections and memories. Join a community for valuable parenting tools and insights. Embrace the journey of parenthood with empathy and support.
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Family Stories Unearthed During A Visit
- Ryan Holiday recounts visiting his parents and hearing surprising family stories from Arkansas that he hadn't known.
- He uses this to introduce StoryWorth as a way to capture family memories into keepsake books.
Parental Instincts Intensify Child Crying
- Humans are evolutionarily wired to react strongly to a child's cry, which can feel painful to parents.
- That instinct is useful, but must be managed as children will keep encountering hurts and failures.
Tears Are Facts, Not Accusations
- Tears from children are natural facts, not indictments of parenting skills.
- Ryan Holiday explains that crying signals emotion to be heard, not a problem to be fixed immediately.