The Daily Dad You’re Modeling THIS Every Day | Bonnie Tsui and Ryan Holiday
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May 17, 2025 Discover how your self-care habits directly influence your children's health. Bonnie Tsui shares insights on the importance of modeling physical strength and mental resilience through family activities. Learn how exercise can serve as a powerful tool for stress relief and foster enduring values of perseverance. The conversation emphasizes the deep connection between personal well-being and parenting, shedding light on how engaging in physical activities together strengthens family bonds while teaching resilience.
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Burpees as Family Discipline
- Bonnie Tsui shares her experience of using burpees as a playful consequence to teach her kids discipline and embrace physical activity.
- Over years, her kids have developed a strong connection and skill for this exercise, making fitness a fun family habit.
Model Physical Health for Kids
- Prioritize your physical health as a parent since it models long-term wellness for your children.
- Demonstrate consistent fitness effort to teach kids to overcome excuses and value exercise.
Lifting Yourself Metaphor
- Physical strength represents lifting and carrying oneself, not just objects.
- Teaching kids they have power within empowers them to manage stress and challenges independently.
