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More about what we doYour role as a father begins in the moment that you learn that the mother is pregnant! In addition to the typical questions men ask as new fathers, ask yourself: “What skills will he need in life? How can I guide him to develop character, judgement, and self-reliance? How can I help him learn from set-backs? What is my strategy and plan to equip him for happiness and success and when is the age-appropriate time based on his temperament and interests?"
More for new fathersBy now you have realized that your role as a father changes on a daily basis as your child matures. Question to ask yourself during the years of 7 to 11 are: “What memorable experiences can I create with him? Which values will best serve him to internalize? How can I increase his competence and confidence? How can I help him to think for himself?”
More for seasoned fathersFrom 12 to 18 your son continues his journey of developing his own identity and searching for a life of meaning. Some of the questions to ask are: “What is my child’s listening style so he will listen when we talk? What is my plan for progressively increasing his freedom and responsibility? What types of jobs best serve my son’s development? How can I help him develop his judgement and discernment? How can I equip him to find his purpose and path?"
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