The Daily Dad

There’s Always an Excuse

Oct 6, 2020

02:21

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The podcast discusses the excuses people make for not being the parent they want to be, emphasizing that these excuses do not excuse a person from their responsibilities. It highlights the importance of making the effort to be a good parent at all times and setting a good example for children.

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Excuses don't excuse actions; being a good parent should always be a priority regardless of circumstances.

Setting a good example is crucial; being a positive role model is essential for being a good parent.

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No Excuses for Being a Good Parent

In this episode, the podcast emphasizes that there are always excuses for not being the parent you want to be, but these excuses do not actually excuse your actions. Despite the challenges and difficulties in life, you signed up to be a parent, and your children deserve your best effort. It is crucial to always be there for them, being loving, kind, attentive, and proud, regardless of external circumstances. While there may be instances where flexibility is necessary, such as allowing them to stay up later or watch more TV during extraordinary times like a pandemic, the episode clearly distinguishes that these are not excuses. The main point is that being a good parent should be a constant priority and responsibility.

The Excuses We Make in Parenting

2min

"There’s always an excuse for why you’re not being the parent you’d like to be, just as there’s always an excuse why you’re not being the person you know you’re supposed to be. Things are busy at work. This divorce has really messed you up. It’s this damn pandemic. You’re really struggling with your own issues right now. It’s been hard since your brother got sick, or since the hurricane struck. You’re just tired, you don’t seem to be any good at this. They’re older now and it’s your time.

But an excuse doesn’t actually excuse."

Ryan shows why those excuses ultimately do not matter on today's Daily Dad Podcast.

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