Discover why dads tend to gravitate towards books about war and history and how this practice can benefit them as fathers. Explore the value of reading biography and history books to improve as a dad and set a good example for their kids. Plus, find out about a new book called 'Lives of the Stoics' that offers insights on fatherhood.
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Reading books on war and history provides valuable lessons on leadership and character, making us better dads.
The host's new book, Lives of the Stoics, offers wisdom from ancient philosophy for guidance in life and fatherhood.
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The Value of Books on War and History
Books on war and history, whether about sports or the civil war, all teach about leadership and provide valuable lessons for being a better dad. Through the lives of great figures from history, we gain insights into character and learn about merit and vice. The books we read reveal our character and the example we set for our kids.
Recommendation: Lies of the Stilks, the Art of Living from Zeno to Marcus Aurelius
The host recommends his new book, Lies of the Stilks, as a valuable resource for readers seeking guidance in life and fatherhood. He references historical figures such as Cicero, Cato, Epictetus, and Marcus Aurelius, highlighting their experiences and lessons on marriage and fatherhood. The book offers wisdom from ancient philosophy and is available for purchase everywhere books are sold.
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The Value of Reading Biography and History for Dads
"What kinds of books do dads like? Well, according to the displays at Barnes & Noble and Costco, it’s almost exclusively books about war and history. Have you ever wondered why that is? Why did your dad—who maybe didn’t read that much—still manage to get through one or two 500-page biographies each year?"
Find out why—and what you can learn from this fatherly practice—on today's Daily Dad Podcast.
Get your copy of Ryan's new book, Lives of the Stoics (https://geni.us/LUN7). To get the special bonuses for ordering the book, visit dailystoic.com/lives.
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