The very first post I made on this blog contained, simply, a video about fathers. Why? Because the influence of fathers is far greater than people in today’s world realize. Society casts fathers as no more than a sperm donor or extra set of hands. Sitcoms show fathers as incompetent and mothers as being in charge and taking care of everything.
This image is simply not true. The role of a father is utterly irreplaceable.
This image is simply not true. The role of a father is utterly irreplaceable.
But maybe religion isn’t your thing. That’s okay – there is scientific proof that backs up what the prophets just taught in the video.
According to studies conducted and compiled by The Administration for Children and Families, having an involved father influences children’s cognitive abilities, educational achievement, psychological well-being, and social behavior.
Children with involved fathers have a higher IQ, are better able to handle stress, are more academically ready and adept, have greater linguistic and cognitive skills, and have higher grades and lower dropout rates. They have better social interactions and a more positive emotional state. They get in less trouble, have greater self-control, work through problems with less frustration, and deal better with emotions. Additionally, these children are more likely to treat others with respect and be involved in healthy versus abusive relationships. (See https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/usermanuals/fatherhood/chaptertwo.cfm)
But how? How is all of this brought to pass by men? What do they do that is so unique?
They spend time with their children. They play and wrestle and roughhouse. They teach their children how to do things. They teach patience and persistence in activities, be in building something or learning a sport. They nurture. They talk to their children and understand their goals and dreams. They are involved in appropriate discipline. They encourage independence and trying new things. They help their children understand values and beliefs. They provide, preside, and protect. They act as a role model. And they love their wives.
According to studies conducted and compiled by The Administration for Children and Families, having an involved father influences children’s cognitive abilities, educational achievement, psychological well-being, and social behavior.
Children with involved fathers have a higher IQ, are better able to handle stress, are more academically ready and adept, have greater linguistic and cognitive skills, and have higher grades and lower dropout rates. They have better social interactions and a more positive emotional state. They get in less trouble, have greater self-control, work through problems with less frustration, and deal better with emotions. Additionally, these children are more likely to treat others with respect and be involved in healthy versus abusive relationships. (See https://www.childwelfare.gov/pubs/usermanuals/fatherhood/chaptertwo.cfm)
But how? How is all of this brought to pass by men? What do they do that is so unique?
They spend time with their children. They play and wrestle and roughhouse. They teach their children how to do things. They teach patience and persistence in activities, be in building something or learning a sport. They nurture. They talk to their children and understand their goals and dreams. They are involved in appropriate discipline. They encourage independence and trying new things. They help their children understand values and beliefs. They provide, preside, and protect. They act as a role model. And they love their wives.
Dear Dads, please do not discount your role. You are a far greater influence for good than you will ever know.