Welcome to the Daily Dad Podcast where Ryan Holiday provides daily lessons for parents, drawing wisdom from ancient philosophy, modern psychology, and insights from parents worldwide. In this episode, he emphasizes the importance of taking children's pain seriously, both physical and emotional. Reflecting on our own experiences as children, Holiday encourages parents to listen and validate their children's feelings, avoiding the mistakes of dismissing or denying their pain. By truly hearing them, we can create a supportive and understanding environment for our kids.