The Daily Dad We’re Not Balanced Right
Jul 22, 2024
Explore the delicate balance of parental generosity as children transition into adulthood. The discussion highlights the significance of supportive quality time during this crucial phase. It emphasizes that parenting goes beyond early care, urging listeners to rethink how they provide support in their children's journeys. This insight encourages us to prioritize meaningful moments over material inheritance.
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The Neglected Middle
- The period between childhood and inheritance is often neglected in discussions about parenting.
- Parents should consider how they can support their children during this time, rather than focusing solely on early childhood or end-of-life inheritance.
Support Throughout Life
- Parents should consider providing financial support to their children throughout their lives, not just in childhood or as an inheritance.
- This could include help with student loans, down payments, or other expenses when children need it most.
Montaigne and Perkins on Generosity
- Montaigne observed that some fathers are generous with toys in childhood but resentful of expenses for adult children.
- Bill Perkins's book, Die With Zero, discusses how inheritances often come too late to be truly helpful.
