The Daily Dad You Have to Come Up With Challenges
Nov 6, 2020
Discover the importance of challenges in raising resilient kids. The discussion highlights how adversity shapes toughness and prepares children for life’s ups and downs. Historical examples like Theodore Roosevelt underscore the value of shared struggles in personal development. Explore practical ways to create obstacles that foster growth and strength in young minds.
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Creating Challenges for Kids
- Create challenges for your kids to help them become resilient.
- Teach them the rewards of overcoming obstacles and toughen things out together.
Roosevelt's Challenging Walks
- Theodore Roosevelt took his kids on challenging walks through difficult terrain.
- He wanted them to learn problem-solving and self-reliance.
Cato the Elder's Training
- Cato the Elder rigorously trained his son in physical and mental endurance.
- This included javelin throwing, fighting, riding, boxing, and enduring extreme temperatures.
