Summary of "What Kids Really Want from Dad..."
Kids perceive their importance to parents differently based on gender roles and cultural expectations.
For moms, children often feel important through acts of care and provision (e.g., preparing favorite foods, managing schedules, supporting activities).
For dads, children feel important primarily through quality time spent together, especially engaging in activities the child enjoys.
A key wellness strategy for dads is to dedicate focused, enthusiastic time to their children, validating their interests and individuality.
This quality time from dads significantly supports a child’s self-esteem and sense of importance.
Presenter/Source
- Unnamed speaker discussing child-parent relationships and self-esteem.
Category
Wellness and Self-Improvement
