The Daily Dad Can You Teach Them to Give It Their All?
May 4, 2020
Explore the power of total commitment in parenting, inspired by Kipling's poignant poem 'If.' Discover how teaching children the value of perseverance shapes their character. The discussion delves into the importance of modeling dedication and effort, encouraging parents to lead by example. Unpack the less emphasized lines of the poem that offer profound lessons on toughness and virtue. Join the conversation on nurturing resilience and fostering a strong work ethic in the next generation.
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Kipling's Wisdom
- Kipling's poem "If" contains valuable advice, including a less-discussed line about giving your all.
- The line "fill the unforgiving minute with 60 seconds worth of distance run" emphasizes maximizing effort.
Giving It Your All
- Teach kids to give their all and go beyond the finish line.
- Instill the value of completing actions fully, giving 100% effort, or even more.
Life's Demands
- Life demands bursts of focused energy and courage in various situations.
- These situations require complete dedication to a single task until completion.
