Teaching my son to be a man in today's world
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to instill the values my father taught me when society keeps telling young men that strength and responsibility are outdated.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
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Traditional values, southern gentleman leadership, raising respectful kids, teaching honor and integrity.
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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to instill the values my father taught me when society keeps telling young men that strength and responsibility are outdated.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
My father taught me these things matter and I still believe they do. Been working with some younger guys at the office and they won't look you in the eye during conversations. Soft
Raised in the South with good values about respecting women, keeping your word, working hard, and being a man of honor. Trying to pass that on to my kids but sometimes it feels lik
Had someone tell me that wanting to be the head of my household was outdated thinking. But to me leadership means responsibility, making sure my family is secure, taking care of my
Took my boys to get haircuts and they said please and thank you to the barber without being told. The barber actually commented on it. Made me realize how rare it is anymore. My gr
My father taught me to open doors, say yes sir and no sir, shake hands firmly, and respect women. Now I'm trying to pass that on but the world's telling my kids it's all outdated.