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RE: The Power of Fatherhood (POB Word of the Week: POWER #005)

in Proof of Brain4 years ago

Those bullet points seem like a bulletproof strategy to install much of the essential tools to grow up and be responsible and kind.

I think for myself I would like fathers to be as conscious of what values they absolutely want to pass on, and prioritize just those. I think there is a fine balance between on one hand allowing the young to discover and develop their own values, ideas and beliefs on their own and learn from that experience, and ensuring on the other to ensure that the most important lessons that none can afford to miss out on is also taught and we'll established.

I think for me, those would be 1. To understand, respect and appreciate personal finance. Both to ensure they avoid crushing debt or silly mistakes, but also to instead set them up for success early that can have immense benefits later. 2. To value real friendship and understand that one new lasting friendship or relationship of mutual respect with someone is worth more than 50 new followers on Instagram. And that maintaining good relations is not to take for granted. And 3. To be curious and intellectually honest with themselves. Looking to actually understand something and have good self knowledge of what they actually know and don't know.

I think the point I'm getting to eventually is that while one may want to tell one's kids how to do everything, there's only so much that they will actually take in. So pick the things that matter most, and relax knowing that with a strong foundation, most other mistakes are usually not too bad, but instead good lessons.


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I think for myself I would like fathers to be as conscious of what values they absolutely want to pass on, and prioritize just those.

Yes, identifying and prioritizing on a few key principles and/or life skills is a great approach.