What I’m Glad I Knew About Myself Before I Became A Dad

Are You A Short-Tempered Dad? Here’s How To Stay In Control ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Feb. 13, 2023 That I’m not [patient](. That I know how to be [flexible](. That I sometimes need my space. When we asked a variety of men what they’re glad they knew about themselves before they became fathers their answers proved an important truth: self-reflection is imperative to parenting. Looking inwards and taking stock of your positive and negative traits helps you understand not only what will make you a great dad and partner but also the things you’ll need to work on or explain about yourself to ensure everything runs smoothly. Their advice also proves that we don’t always know why we’re good (or bad) at something until the stakes get high, and that’s just fine, too. WISE WORDS [What I’m Glad I Knew About Myself Before I Became A Dad]( A dozen men reflect on [the self-knowledge that helped them succeed.]( [Read this story]( People think that once you have kids, it's too late to figure out who you are as a person. Or that it’s too late to explore your own interests. The truth is, it's never too late. FURTHER READING [Are You A Short-Tempered Dad? Here’s How To Stay In Control]( [How To Stop Overthinking Everything]( [How Failing At Things Can Help You Succeed As A Parent]( MEAL TIME [Chef Ken Oringer’s Asparagus Risotto Is Just Right For Valentine’s Day]( The acclaimed chef shares his family-favorite recipe, [and three essential tips for creating a perfectly creamy texture every time.]( [Read this story]( CHEERS [How To Drink Champagne Like A Pro]( Whether you’re celebrating love, success, or just because, paying mind to temperature, airflow, glassware, and more [can mean the difference between a fine sip and a phenomenal one.]( [Read this story]( ADVICE [Yes, You Need To Prioritize Your Marriage Over Your Kids]( But…it’s more complicated than that, obviously. So what does this actually look like in practice, and how do you set boundaries without hurting your children? [Here’s what to keep in mind.]( [Read this story]( SKILLS [How To Be A Little Bit Wiser]( Want to be the king of sage advice? Here's how to build a bit more wisdom into your life, [according to those who study it.]( [Read this story]( You're receiving this email because you signed up to receive communications from BDG Media. If you believe this has been sent to you in error, please safely[unsubscribe](. Or to manage preferences click[here]( BDG Media, Inc. · 315 Park Ave. South · New York, NY 10010 · USA Copyright 2023 BDG Media, Inc. All rights reserved.