The Daily Dad You Are Not Enough People
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Jun 16, 2025 Discover how modern parenting struggles due to a lack of community support, unlike in the past when raising children was a shared responsibility. Explore the benefits of building connections with other parents, embracing tools and structures for better parenting. The conversation emphasizes the importance of fostering a supportive network reminiscent of traditional communal child-rearing practices.
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You Are Not Enough People
- Modern parents often face the challenge of being "not enough people" to handle all parenting demands alone.
- Historically, parenting was a communal effort done together as a village, providing natural support and shared responsibility.
Unrealistic Parental Expectations
- Many parental disagreements stem from unrealistic expectations for one person to fulfill many roles.
- Couples often unknowingly expect too much from each other, resulting in conflict.
Form or Join Parenting Communities
- Build or join a community of parents to share support, advice, and experiences.
- Seek connection with others to reclaim shared parenting support lost in modern life.