The Daily Dad It Should Be Good, Not Easy
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Mar 5, 2025 Parenting is a balance between protection and challenge. Exploring the pitfalls of indulgent parenting, historical examples show the risks of shielding children from hardship. Instead, embracing struggle helps foster resilience and character. Insights from Stoic philosophy emphasize the importance of allowing kids to face difficulties for genuine growth. Meanwhile, navigating nutritional choices reveals that not all seemingly ideal products truly benefit children. Encouraging a more nuanced approach to parenting could lead to stronger, more self-aware individuals.
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Nero and Agrippina
- Seneca tutored 12-year-old Nero, whose mother, Agrippina, was a classic snowplow parent.
- Agrippina indulged Nero's every whim and cleared every obstacle from his path, ultimately creating a monster.
The Importance of Struggle
- Seneca understood that individuals who never face adversity become tragic figures.
- Modern research supports Seneca's observation about the detrimental effects of coddling children.
Parenting as Training
- Good parents act as trainers, creating trials for their children to build resilience.
- Parents should strive to make their children's lives good, but not easy.