The Daily Dad Managing Meltdowns and Messes | Ryan and Sam Holiday
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Nov 2, 2024 
Sam Holiday, co-host of the show and Ryan Holiday's wife, shares her wisdom on parenting amid the chaos. They discuss the realities of traveling with kids, emphasizing empathy for both parents and children. The couple highlights the importance of managing behavior in public spaces, prioritizing feelings over judgments from strangers. With personal anecdotes of messy travel experiences, they remind us that it's okay to embrace the chaos while raising confident kids.
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Prioritize Child's Well-being
- Prioritize your child's well-being over strangers' opinions, especially in public.
- Focus on supporting your child rather than worrying about others' judgment.
Judgment of Parents
- People judging parents during a child's tantrum are likely thinking, "I'm glad that's not me."
- Oblivious people rarely judge others' parenting; those who do are often the most vocal online.
Overstimulation in Restaurant
- Sam and Ryan's kids became overstimulated in a loud, hot restaurant.
- Recognizing their children's discomfort, they moved to a better environment outside, improving everyone's experience.