The Life Lesson I Wish I Taught My Kids A Lot Sooner

The Behavior I Wish I Modeled For My Kids A Lot Sooner ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ Aug. 7, 2023 Looking back, many parents of older children acknowledge that, while they did their best, there are plenty of things they would’ve done differently based on what they know now. Because of course they do. No one gets all of it right. Regret isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Instead, it’s a reminder that [growth]( is an ongoing process and there are always new lessons for those who remain willing to learn. But it does help to learn from those who've been there. We recently asked a group of men of different ages and locations about the lessons they wish they taught their kids sooner. Whether explaining to them the value of asking for help, the importance of saving money, or the joy of learning, they offered the wisdom they wished they’d passed down to their kids a lot sooner. Consider their responses and take the opportunity to start teaching some as of yet untaught lessons of your own. WISDOM [The Life Lesson I Wish I Taught My Kids A Lot Sooner, According To 12 Dads]( There are always lessons to share. [Here’s what these men would’ve prioritized if they could turn back the clock.]( [READ THIS STORY]( I think they would’ve been better off learning that any sort of progress is a victory, no matter how small. FURTHER READING [The Behavior I Wish I Modeled For My Kids A Lot Sooner]( [How To Build A Growth-Mindset In Kids]( [Parents Who Raise Independent, Self-Sufficient Kids Do These 4 Things]( KIDS' HEALTH [How To Tell If Your Baby Is Too Hot — And How To Cool Them Down]( Babies thrive [in a very narrow range of temperatures.]( [READ THIS STORY]( HEALTHY HABITS [These Simple Habits Could Increase Your Lifespan By Decades — So Long As You Start By 40]( You don’t need to overhaul your life [to extend your longevity.]( [READ THIS STORY]( WATCH TOGETHER [9 Great Kids TV Episodes That Talk Honestly About Death]( From Mister Rogers to Rugrats, these shows [treated the subject of death with respect, honesty, and a lot of heart.]( [READ THIS STORY]( CHOICES, CHOICES [How To Make Better Decisions In Uncertain Times]( Shaky ground can make us feel less secure in our choices. Peter Atwater, author of the new book “The Confidence Map,” [offers a clear framework to find a way forward.]( [READ THIS STORY]( FATHERLY FAVORITES Melin [A-Game Hydro Hat]( Sixty-nine dollars? For a cap? Yes. But hear us out: Melin’s caps are engineered from the ground up to be water-, sweat-, and, well, you-proof and boy do they succeed. A solid daily wear, this snapback looks good, is water resistant, and breathes nicely. It also features the brand’s anti-microbial band that captures sweat to help prevent your forehead from looking like a pimply topographical map. It’s washable, available in a variety of solid colors, and, oh yeah, it also floats. $69 [shop now]( [Want to Advertise With Us? Get in Touch.]( 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.