The Daily Dad Ryan And Wife Samantha Holiday On Setting up Flexible Boundaries For Our Kids
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Aug 5, 2023 
In a heartfelt conversation, Samantha Holiday, co-parent and wife of Ryan Holiday, shares insights on parenting dynamics and the importance of flexibility. They discuss the challenges of establishing flexible boundaries for children while navigating power struggles. The couple emphasizes the necessity of self-care for parents and dives into the benefits of health practices like cold plunging. They also explore the chaos of family life and how to cultivate deeper connections amidst the messiness of raising kids.
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Two More Minutes
- Ryan's son, Jonesy, wanted two more minutes in the car before school.
- Ryan realized that with kids, he's already "hopelessly late" on everything, so two minutes is insignificant.
Kids Need Control
- Samantha notes that Jonesy needs control to reduce anxiety.
- Giving him two minutes avoids a power struggle and lets him adjust.
Accept Unavoidable Reality
- Accept unavoidable realities like kids' sleep schedules and bedtime requests.
- Avoid power struggles, as kids already have control in many ways.