Taking my son fishing and teaching him patience

JakeNew Dad

Apr 8·1 min read

Every other Saturday we go out early before the sun comes up and fish at this small pond. We don't always catch much but that's not really the point. It's quiet, we talk, he learns to sit still and be patient. He's learning that good things take time and you can't rush them. Also teaching him to respect nature and clean up after ourselves. Feels like these moments matter more than anything else I could be doing.

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PPhil M.RegularApr 9

This is beautiful man. Patience, quiet time, being present - that's teaching on a different level. Not trying to cram lessons in, just living it. I bet he remembers those mornings way more than anything you could tell him.

CChris M.New DadApr 8

That early morning routine sounds peaceful, man. Those quiet moments before the sun comes up are gold when you're juggling three kids like I am. Your son will remember those mornings way more than any fish caught.

LLarry K.RegularApr 8

This is beautiful. We do library Saturdays instead but I get exactly what you mean about it not being about the catch. My daughter loves the routine of it.

RRyanRegularApr 8

There's something magical about fishing with your kid. No screens, no distractions, just time. My son's six and we're not quite there yet but this is exactly what I want to build into our routine. Sounds perfect.

MMike R.RegularApr 8

This is what it's all about. The early mornings, the quiet, just teaching without talking. Those are the memories that stick with them forever. How many years have you guys been doing the Saturday thing?