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YOUR CHILDREN
In order for me to fulfil my goal of being a brilliant Dad, I aim to be brilliant with my kids – but they have to think I’m brilliant too. Easier said than done, especially when they may not agree with what you’re teaching, sharing or discussing with them.
My wife, Christine, who is the most supportive person in the world, often says, ‘It’s not our job as parents to be popular.’ True, it’s not. I see so many parents buying the affection of their kids and letting them get away with so much to avoid conflict or to be seen to be ‘cool’. This, in turn, makes the situation worse later and the spiral continues in ever-downward circles. I worry when a parent says their child is their best friend. Kids are pushing boundaries and ...
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