The Daily Dad Don’t Let Them Tell You This
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Sep 19, 2024 Discover the importance of maintaining a balance between parenting and professional life. The discussion highlights how honoring family commitments can lead to greater fulfillment. Learn about the value of discipline and protecting your personal life as keys to success. Plus, there’s a touch of inspiration from poet Diane de Prima's choices, reminding us that all time can indeed be quality time. This journey into personal dedication is a reminder that every aspect of life can harmoniously coexist.
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Di Prima's Choice
- Diane di Prima left a party with Jack Kerouac to relieve her babysitter.
- Kerouac mocked her, saying she'd never be a writer if she prioritized parenting.
Discipline in Life
- Di Prima believed that keeping her word as a parent strengthened her discipline as a writer.
- She saw parenting and writing as requiring the same commitment.
Prioritize Family
- Don't let others judge you for prioritizing family.
- Keeping your word to your children strengthens an important personal and professional muscle.
