The Daily Dad "You Can't Parent Without Hope" | Maggie Smith
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Apr 19, 2025 
Maggie Smith, a New York Times bestselling author known for her impactful poem 'Good Bones,' joins Ryan to explore the challenges of parenting in an imperfect world. They discuss the delicate balance of shielding children from negativity while nurturing hope and resilience. Maggie emphasizes the importance of instilling strong values and creating a safe haven amidst chaos. The conversation highlights the courage it takes to raise earnest children, blending realism with optimism in today's complex landscape.
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Balancing Hope and Reality
- The poem "Good Bones" expresses a balance of acknowledging the world's harshness while maintaining hope.
- It illustrates how parenting involves selling the potential for a better future despite recognizing life's difficulties.
Holding Dual Realities
- Parenthood requires holding the tension between a flawed world and its beauty.
- This dual awareness enables parents to shield children but remain honest about reality.
Parent With Hope
- Parents must protect children from despair while acknowledging real problems.
- Maintaining hope is essential; without it, parenting and creating are impossible.
