Part 2: 3 Ways You're Teaching Your Kids the Wrong Life Lessons

Three Ways You're Teaching Your Kids the Wrong Life Lessons (Part 2)

In this insightful episode of Dare to Dad, Dr. Lester Clowes and Dr. Bobo Blankson discuss how parents might inadvertently teach their children harmful life lessons. They talk about emotional suppression, how to model emotional intelligence, and the misconception that busyness equates to success. By sharing personal anecdotes and practical strategies, they emphasize the importance of vulnerability, emotional literacy, and healthy work-life balance. The episode aims to equip dads with the tools to foster a supportive and balanced environment for their kids.

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TIME STAMPS

02:18 Lesson 2: Teaching Kids to Hide or Fix Emotions

05:31 Modeling Emotional Regulation for Kids

08:13 Validating Children's Emotions

15:22 The Consequences of Emotional Suppression

20:26 Normalizing Emotions and Confusion

21:44 Lesson 3: Busyness Does Not Equal Success

24:31 Modeling Balance for Kids

27:57 Teaching Resourcefulness

34:52 The Law of Diminishing Returns

41:13 Final Thoughts and Recap