The Daily Dad Karen Duffy on Parenting With The Hand Your Dealt
Jan 7, 2023
Join former actress and author Karen Duffy, known for her engaging work in entertainment and her new book 'Wise Up', as she shares unique insights on parenting through a Stoic lens. Explore how humor and personal stories blend with Stoic lessons, emphasizing resilience and communication. Duffy highlights the value of emotional balance in parenting, the power of gratitude, and the delicate dance between support and independence in children's lives. Hear her heartfelt anecdotes, inspiring a fresh perspective on navigating modern parenting challenges.
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Blank Check and Wise Up
- Ryan Holiday recalls renting Blank Check starring Karen Duffy.
- Duffy's book, Wise Up, was not initially intended as a parenting book.
Modeling Stoicism
- Model stoicism for your children by sharing your passions and having open discussions.
- Duffy suggests no technology at the dinner table, only philosophy.
Teenage Years and Humor
- Duffy uses humor to discuss the challenges of parenting teenagers, comparing a corn cob chomp to Seabiscuit.
- She acknowledges the hormonal changes that affect teenagers' perceptions of their parents.
