The Daily Dad

Give Yourself (And Your Family) This Gift

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Dec 25, 2025
Discover the shift from wanting presents to cherishing presence as a hallmark of true family connection. Explore Ryan Holiday's insights on defining success in parenting—where your children choose to be with you as they grow. He emphasizes the importance of creating a warm, inviting family atmosphere that encourages gatherings. The conversation inspires listeners to invest in meaningful relationships and build a community that thrives on togetherness.
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INSIGHT

Presence Over Presents

  • Presence matters more than presents for parents during the holidays.
  • A successful parent builds a crowded table of family who want to be together as adults.
ANECDOTE

Paul Orfalea’s Definition Of Success

  • Paul Orfalea, Kinko's founder, defines success by whether his children want to be with him as adults.
  • Ryan Holiday uses this example to show wealth means little if family won't gather for the holidays.
ADVICE

Act To Create A Crowded Table

  • Think now about the choices that make your kids want to return home in the future.
  • Give love, support, and presence today to earn a crowded table tomorrow.
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