The Daily Dad Daily Dad On Saying No And Valuing Your Time
Mar 4, 2023
Nils Parker, a writing partner of Ryan Holiday and a parent of young kids, shares valuable insights on parenting and time management. They discuss the importance of saying no to non-essential commitments to protect family time. The conversation delves into setting boundaries in both personal and professional relationships, tackling the challenges of kindness fatigue. Nils also offers practical parenting solutions to enhance family life, while emphasizing the need for assertiveness to prioritize emotional well-being and productivity.
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Voluntary Work
- Much of what people consider "work" is voluntary and unnecessary.
- This "work" steals time from other important areas in life, like family.
Kindness vs. Niceness
- Be mindful of how niceness to others can impact kindness to family.
- Saying "no" at work might create space for better interactions at home.
Leveraging Success
- Leverage your success to be clear about your priorities.
- Decline meetings or requests that don't align with your goals.