The Daily Dad You Don’t Even Realize How Much You Say It
Mar 22, 2024
Discover the profound impact of everyday phrases parents use, often signaling the opposite of their intentions. Explore how simple communications can make children feel like distractions instead of cherished members of the family. Reflect on the importance of mastering the balance between work and parenting, ensuring that kids know they are the priority. Dive into the emotional revelations that can reshape your understanding of love and attention, inspiring parents to be more mindful every day.
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Prioritize Your Kids
- Parents should prioritize their children and avoid signaling disinterest.
- Remember, kids are not a distraction from work, they are your most important work.
Unintentional Disinterest
- Parents often unintentionally communicate disinterest to their children, despite loving them deeply.
- This contradiction between feelings and actions can be hurtful and confusing for children.
Didion's Daughter's List
- Joan Didion's daughter listed "brush your teeth," "brush your hair," and "shush, I'm working" as her mother's sayings.
- This highlights how seemingly insignificant phrases can have a lasting impact on children.
