Comments on: 10 tips to being an awesome dad

By: GG

GG — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:31:34 +0000

John Lee, At My Fathers Wedding, describes 4 types of defective father figures…
1) The man who would be king: the one who works hard all day and comes home and expects to be treated like a king. AKA the “wait till your father fest home dad”
2)The critical father: Full of put-downs, driven by his own frustrations
3) The passive father: the one who gives up all duties, responsibilities and power to his wife, the mother
4) The absent father. He might have been capable , even powerful man, but not in the family arena. He was off having a career, returning late at night.
Are there any more stereotypes dads need to avoid?

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By: Mathus

Mathus — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:27:32 +0000

1. Ask your kids:
» What can I do to be a better Dad?
» What can we do together to have more fun?
2. Engage in your children’s lives. Learn about their day.
3. Ask your wife for her ideas about connecting with your kids.
4. Appreciate that our children need to “Individuate”.
5. Learn from others. Talk with your friends.
6. Read the book “The 10 Best Gifts for Your Teen”
7. Make http://www.DadsForKids.org your homepage.
8. Bring “Best Practices” into your home.
9. Communicate with them. When we lecture we lose them.
10. Understand the balancing of YES and NO to our children’s requests.
11. Make a commitment to be your best for your family.
12. Appreciate that you will need to “Adjust the Plan”
From: http://www.dadsforkids.org

By: Dave

Dave — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 03:34:35 +0000

Another view of what it takes to be a great dad is in the link below….I reckon they have ommitted teaching your kids to be grateful and also best preparing your kids for failure. Chasing perenial success can often blow out a kids self esteem.
http://www.nashuatelegraph.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20090924/COLUMNISTS27/309249985/-1/news01&dsq=17354872#comment-17354872

By: Briant

Briant — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:06:16 +0000

Fathers can be role models for their children in a variety of ways.
1) Respect Your Children’s Mother.One of the best things a father can do for his children is to respect their mother. A father and mother who respect each other, and let their children know it, provide a secure environment for them. When children see their parents respecting each other, they are more likely to feel that they are also accepted and respected.
2)Spend Time with Your Children.How a father spends his time tells his children what’s important to him. If you always seem to busy for your children, they will feel neglected no matter what you say. Treasuring children often means sacrificing other things, but it is essential to spend time with your children. Missed opportunities are forever lost.
3)Earn the Right to Be Heard.All too often the only time a father speaks to his children is when they have done something wrong. That’s why so many children cringe when their mother says, “Your father wants to talk with you.” Begin talking with your kids when they are very young so that difficult subjects will be easier to handle as they get older. Take time and listen to their ideas and problems.
4)Discipline with Love.All children need guidance and discipline, not as punishment, but to set reasonable limits. Remind your children of the consequences of their actions and provide meaningful rewards for desirable behavior. Fathers who discipline in a calm and fair manner show love for their children.
5)Be a Teacher.Too many fathers think teaching is something others do. But a father who teaches his children about right and wrong and encourages them to do their best, will see his children make good choices. Involved fathers use everyday examples to help their children learn the basic lessons of life.
6)Eat Together as a Family.Sharing a meal together can be an important part of healthy family life. In addition to providing some structure in a busy day, it gives kids the chance to talk about what they are doing and want to do. It is also a good time for fathers to listen and give advice. Most importantly, it is a time for families to be together each day.
7)Read to Your Children.In a world where television often dominates the lives of children, it is important that fathers make the effort to read to their children. Children learn best by doing and reading, as well as seeing and hearing. Begin reading to your children when they are very young. When they are older encourage them to read on their own. Instilling your children with a love for reading is one of the best ways to ensure they will have a lifetime of personal and career growth.
Taken from:
http://denver.yourhub.com/Parker/Stories/News/General-News/Story~651384.aspx