Traditional values, southern gentleman leadership, raising respectful kids, teaching honor and integrity.
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My 10 year old came to me upset because another kid at school was pushing him around. First thing he asked was if he should fight back. I told him no, but here's what you do. First
My wife says I'm old fashioned because I make sure we eat dinner together with phones put away and the kids use proper table manners. No elbows on the table, napkin in your lap, ch
Had a conversation with my boy's friend's dad last week. Guy was bragging about his wife making more money than him and how he's cool with it. Look, I'm not against a woman working
Been noticing a lot of young guys have weak handshakes these days. Decided to sit down with my 12 year old and teach him the right way. Firm grip, look em in the eye, say their nam
Been at my company for 8 years, came in early, stayed late, did honest work every single day. Found out they gave the job to a younger guy with half my experience because apparentl
It's getting harder to instill the values my father taught me when society keeps telling young men that strength and responsibility are outdated. I'm trying to teach my boy to be r
Been a single dad for 4 years now since their mom left. I want to make sure my kids still learn compassion and emotional intelligence but I also want to model what it means to be a
My oldest came home and said some kids at school were sharing test answers before the exam. He asked if it was okay to join in and I about lost it. Sat him down and explained that
Took my boy to his first business lunch with me last week. Kid had a weak handshake and slouched when talking to my boss. I know he's only 12 but that matters. Spent the ride home
No phones at my dinner table. Every night we sit together and actually talk. Ask about each other's day. Share stories. My dad did this and I'm doing it with my kids. It's old fash
My boy watches everything I do. How I treat his mother. How I handle conflict. How I treat people who can't do anything for me. I believe that's the most important teaching I can g
My daughter talked back to her teacher and the school said I need to 'work with her on emotional expression.' I told my daughter she was disrespectful and she'll be apologizing to
Got 2 boys, 7 and 5. I'm trying to teach them to be respectful, to work with their hands, to say yes sir and no sir, and to handle their own problems without running to a teacher o
Had a situation at work where I could have made more money by cutting corners. Didn't do it. My kids were watching to see what I'd do. Sometimes doing the right thing costs you. Bu
My kids know to stand when grandpa enters the room. They address him as sir and listen without interrupting. My wife thought I was being too strict but then her own mother commente
Started him on chores not as punishment but as responsibility. He takes care of the yard on Saturdays. He understands that being part of this family means contributing. Not for rew
Been teaching him that a handshake and your word mean more than any contract. When he said he'd help his neighbor with yard work, I made sure he followed through even when his frie
There's a big difference. My sons hold doors, they say yes ma'am, they're courteous and thoughtful. But they're not doormats and they don't lose themselves trying to impress a girl
My father taught me that your word is your bond and it's a lesson I'm working hard to pass down. My 8 year old promised his sister he'd help her with homework and then wanted to pl
Been thinking a lot lately about what it means to be a good father and husband when everything's changing so fast. My boys see me work hard, own my mistakes, lead by example, and p