Bruce Springsteen, a legendary musician, discusses how he and his wife Patti helped their children become who they are. Among their children, one is an Olympic-level equestrian and another recently became a New Jersey firefighter. They share their approach to parenting and encouraging children to pursue their dreams.
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Bruce Springsteen encourages his children to pursue their own dreams and interests instead of molding them into copies of himself.
Parents should provide a nurturing environment where children can grow into the individuals they are meant to become and realize their full potential.
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Encouraging Pursuit of Dreams
Bruce Springsteen's approach to parenting involves encouraging his children to pursue their dreams and interests. He believes in exposing them to various activities and supporting them in finding what truly interests them. Rather than molding them into copies of himself or pushing them to become superstars, Springsteen and his wife focus on helping their children discover their own paths. This approach is influenced by Springsteen's own experience as a child, where he was inspired to play the guitar after watching Elvis Presley on TV.
Supporting and Believing in Your Children
As a parent, it is crucial to support and believe in your children, regardless of their chosen path. Springsteen sets an example by attending even long and hot horse shows to support his child's interest in equestrianism. He highlights the importance of showing pride in their accomplishments and being there for them when they face challenges or failures. Springsteen suggests that parents should provide a nurturing environment where their children can grow into the individuals they are meant to become and realize their full potential.
"Bruce Springsteen has three children: Evan, Jessica, and Sam. One of them is an Olympic-level equestrian (which can not have been a cheap or easy interest to encourage, nor always a fun one to watch). His son, Sam, recently became a New Jersey firefighter (a scary thought for any parent). Clearly, Bruce and his wife Patti have figured out how to help their children become who they are, and to realize their potential. "
Find out how they did it in today's Daily Dad Podcast.
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