Explore the sacred responsibility of fatherhood and the unacceptability of corporal punishment. Discover why managing anger is vital for nurturing healthy family relationships. Listen to insights that challenge outdated beliefs and advocate for love and respect instead of violence. The discussion emphasizes that no cultural norm can justify abuse, shedding light on the moral imperatives that guide responsible parenting.
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No Physical or Verbal Abuse
Never physically harm your children, no matter the circumstances.
Avoid cruel words; verbal abuse is equally damaging.
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"Cato the Elder, we’re told by Plutarch, “used to say that a man who beats his wife or a child is laying sacrilegious hands on the most sacred thing in the world.”
Boom. It doesn’t matter how angry you are. It doesn’t matter who started it. It doesn’t matter how many times you told your son. It doesn’t matter that your parents used to do it. It doesn’t matter that some cultures still accept it.
For two thousand years, we’ve known it: It’s wrong."
Ryan lays down the law on why corporal punishment is never okay on today's Daily Dad Podcast.
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