The Power Of Saying ‘I’m Sorry’

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In This Week’s Newsletter:

• Quote of The Week - “Be the parent today that you want your kids to remember tomorrow.” - Anonymus

• Javaree Talks - Apologizing

• In the News - 4 Ways To Raise ‘Emotionally Intelligent’ Kids

• A Good Listen - Dr. Becky Kennedy’s fireside chat at Duke University

• Good on Social - A message to dads

• Money Moves - Use Monarch to monitor your spending and your networth

JAVAREE TALKS 

Hey, Ready To Dad Crew!

As dads, we won’t always get it right, and no one expects you to!

We lose our tempers, say things we don’t mean, or react in ways that don’t align with the example we want to set. When we make mistakes, it’s how we handle them that matters. Many of us grew up in homes where adults didn’t apologize to children, where “because I said so” was the final word. However, that generation is not like us, and we need to model the desired behavior first to raise kids who take accountability. This is our responsibility and commitment as parents.

Apologizing to our children doesn’t make us weak; it makes us human. It teaches them that making mistakes is normal and, more importantly, repairing relationships is possible, and it sets them up for success. Instead of ignoring the moment or brushing past it, try this:

1. Acknowledge what happened: “I’m sorry I raised my voice. That wasn’t fair to you.”

2. Take responsibility: “I felt frustrated, but that’s not your fault. I should have handled that better. I’m sorry.”

3. Make it right: “I’m sorry. Next time, I’ll take a deep breath before I respond. Can we try again?”

By owning our mistakes, we show our kids how to navigate their missteps honestly and gracefully. Kids learn that respect goes both ways and that relationships aren’t about perfection but connection and repair. More importantly, they discover that mistakes are opportunities for growth and learning.

Think about the last time you reacted in a way you wished you hadn’t. What would it feel like to pause, own the moment, and show your child that even a superdad may get it wrong sometimes?

Try it, and notice how it strengthens your bond!

IN THE NEWS

A GOOD LISTEN

A recent fireside chat at Duke University focused on embracing failure as a learning opportunity. Dr. Becky Kennedy, a clinical psychologist and Duke alumna, engaged in a thought-provoking discussion with Dr. Aaron Dinin, a professor of Innovation and entrepreneurship.

In the conversation, Dr. Becky emphasized the importance of embracing failure as a learning opportunity, highlighting that the journey from "not knowing" to "knowing" is often accompanied by discomfort and frustration. She strongly encouraged parents to redefine success not as perfection but as growth, fostering resilience in themselves and their children. Dr. Becky also addressed the emotional skills necessary for navigating parenting challenges, reminding the audience that it's okay not to have all the answers and that continuous growth is key. The entire conversation is available on YouTube for those interested in delving deeper into her insights.

GOOD ON SOCIAL

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MONEY MOVES

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