Optimal Finance Daily - Financial Independence and Money Advice 3178: The Cost of Being a Better Parent by Robert Brokamp with Get Rich Slowly on Financial Sacrifices
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Jun 15, 2025 
Robert Brokamp, a writer for Get Rich Slowly, dives into the challenges of being a present and intentional parent. He highlights the emotional and financial sacrifices that come with prioritizing family over work, revealing the internal conflicts many parents face. Brokamp discusses how striving for deeper connections with children often leads to reduced productivity in other areas of life. He emphasizes the importance of understanding personal values and partnership in navigating these sacrifices for a more fulfilling family life.
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Modern Dad Involvement
- Today's dads are more involved and affectionate than previous generations.
- This shift reflects changing cultural norms and increased dual-income families.
Dual-Income Impact on Parenting
- Dual-income families require dads to share domestic duties extensively.
- Active fatherhood is now seen as a key ingredient to a successful life.
Parenting Challenges Post-Industrial Era
- Long commutes and separate workplaces reduced parent-child daily time since the industrial revolution.
- Today's fathers recognize the need to be more present and share household chores.