The Daily Dad

It's Not About You

May 7, 2021

Challenging the misconception of immediate connection in fatherhood, prioritizing children's growth and independence

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Focus on serving your child's needs, desires, and agenda in fatherhood.

Prioritize providing, nurturing, and teaching your child rather than personal fulfillment.

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Focus on Serving Your Child's Needs

As a father, it's crucial to understand that fatherhood is not about personal fulfillment or happiness. Children didn't choose you, you chose them. Therefore, your primary focus should be on serving your child's needs, desires, and agenda. By ensuring that you are in service to helping them become their best selves, you will find your own rewards. Prioritize providing, nurturing, and teaching them to stand on their own, rather than simply fulfilling their every want.

The True Meaning of Fatherhood

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“We all enter fatherhood with preconceived notions and expectations. We hear about that magically profound connection that forms the moment they are born. We’re told nothing will make us feel more fulfilled, nothing will give us a stronger or clearer sense of purpose, nothing will compare to the kind of happiness you experience when our kids do this or accomplish that.”

Ryan challenges you to ask yourself a hard question, on today’s Daily Dad podcast.

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