On leading by example as a father

Apr 20·1 min read

My old man wasn't around much but when he was, every action meant something. He didn't have to lecture. Watching him carry himself with integrity taught me more than any talk could. Now I'm trying to do the same with my own kids. Making sure I keep my word, admit when I'm wrong, treat their mom with respect, show up when I say I will. It's not always easy but it feels like the most important thing I do as their dad.

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AAndrew T.RegularApr 21

That's a powerful thing to have. A dad who shows up through his actions. I'm working on being that kind of presence for my boys too.

PPhil M.RegularApr 21

This is exactly it. Every little thing we do teaches them something. Your old man understood that and you clearly picked up on it. That's the legacy right there.

DDerekRegularApr 22

This right here. My dad wasn't always there either but when he was, I was watching everything. Not what he said, what he did. That stuck with me way more than any lecture ever could. Sounds like you've internalized that lesson well.

RRyanRegularApr 21

This is the realest post I've seen on here. You don't need fancy words, just consistency and showing up. Your kids will get it.

DDaniel R.RegularApr 21

Your dad sounds like he was the real deal. Those quiet actions speak louder than anything. I'm trying to be that for my kids. Glad you had that example to follow.

MMikeRegularApr 21

Exactly. Kids are like mirrors. You can't tell them to work hard and then slack off yourself. You can't tell them to be kind and then be mean. They catch all of it. Leading by example is the only way that really works.