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The Daily Dad

This Is Your Main Job

May 7, 2024
03:59
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Exploring the balance between protecting children and allowing them to learn through struggle, using Thomas Edison's fatherly struggles as an example to highlight the benefits of letting children make mistakes and overcome challenges on their own.
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  • Encouraging children to face challenges promotes growth and learning.
  • Prioritizing guiding children's learning process over solving all their problems is essential for parents.

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Letting Children Struggle and Grow

Parents often struggle with watching their children face challenges, wanting to intervene and shield them from difficulties. However, it's crucial for kids to experience struggles as part of their growth process. Thomas Edison, despite his success, faced trouble in finding the balance between being a boss and a father. His wife's advice emphasized the importance of guiding children rather than solving all their problems, allowing them to learn and develop on their own. It's essential for parents to resist the urge to protect children from every obstacle and instead focus on enabling their learning through experiences.

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