Teaching My Son to Shake a Man's Hand Properly

1w ago·1 min read

Had my boy's little league coach compliment me yesterday on how my 10 year old gave him a firm handshake and looked him in the eye. Made me proud as hell. Been working with him since he was about 7, teaching him that a handshake says something about who you are. It's not just about grip strength either, it's about respect and character. My dad taught me the same way and I believe this generation needs more of that. Anyone else making sure their kids understand these old traditions?

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RRobertRegular1w ago

That handshake thing seems small but it's really not. Coaches and teachers notice that stuff and it says something about how a kid was raised. Good on you for teaching him that.

LLuke M.Regular1w ago

My 10 year old still has the weakest handshake known to man. How did you teach yours? Just practiced with him or what?

JJason T.Regular1w ago

This is one of those old school things that actually matters. My dad made sure I could shake a hand properly and I still remember it 30 years later. Teaches confidence and respect at the same time.

MMike P.Regular1w ago

Love hearing this. We're always rushing around here in Phoenix with three kids, but manners and respect like that are worth slowing down for. Your son's going to stand out.

PPatrick M.New Dad1w ago

Man, that's the stuff that matters. I got four kids and I'm trying to drill the same thing in all of them. Eye contact and a firm grip goes a long way, seems like your boy's already got it figured out.

DDerek M.Regular1w ago

That's awesome! I've been working on this with my oldest too. It's those little things that really stick with them and show respect. Coach probably noticed because not many kids do it anymore.