The Daily Dad

We All Must Do Both

24 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have to be a resilient, flexible, well-rounded human being not just to survive the stresses of parenting but if we want to raise kids for the world...

It Does Matter

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s not about trophies or test scores; it’s about raising children who are awake to the world, who understand what it means to be decent and good...

Parenting Lessons Reversed | Holli Herrera and Sam Holiday

21 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When your kids hold you accountable to your own lessons, it’s a reminder that living up to your words is just as important as speaking them. Holli H...

This Is Criminal

20 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Perfection isn’t the goal. But trying—trying is essential. The Daily Stoic New Year, New You Challenge is 3 weeks of ALL-NEW, actionable challeng...

This Isn’t New, You Know

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Before we get too high and mighty about the craziness and selfishness of our kids, maybe it’s time to look in the mirror. Aura | Get $35 off with c...

Your Kids Deserve This From You

18 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we approach the end of 2024 and look toward the start of 2025, we have an opportunity to take a hard, honest look at ourselves.  What example are ...

Raise You A Kid Who Can Do Both

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our job as parents is to help our kids “become who they are.” This is true, but our job is also to expand who they are. 🎙️Listen to Richard ...

What Is This?

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As parents, we obviously have to provide for them. Obviously we have to protect them. But what is the job? Storyworth | Save $10 on your first purcha...

Keeping Up with the Joneses | Ryan and Sam Holiday

14 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s easy to feel like you’re falling behind when the other parents seem to have it all: nicer cars, stylish clothes, and a picture-perfect life. ...

Can You Imagine?

13 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It is not too late for us to love our kids. To love them completely. The Daily Stoic New Year, New You Challenge is 3 weeks of ALL-NEW, actionable ch...

They’re Only Going To Ask You So Many Times

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

“Sometimes you will never know the value of a moment until it becomes a memory.” — Dr. Seuss 🎁 We’re excited to announce that we’ve put ...

Leave This To Them

11 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When we hold back some answers, it’s not because we don’t love them—it’s because we love them so deeply.Our Luctor Et Emergo Medallion will he...

This Is What You’re Made For

10 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This is our most important job. It’s tough, sure, but it’s a thing that soon enough we will miss. We’re excited to announce that we’ve put to...

Let Them Like What They Like

09 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your kids like what they like. But first, they need your encouragement to start somewhere. We’re excited to announce that we’ve put together a sp...

How To Raise Hopeful Kids | Ryan Holiday and Sharon McMahon

07 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It's our job to show our kids that they have the power to instigate change within themselves and their communities, regardless of external circumstanc...

This Is Always In Your Control

06 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As a parent, all we control is what we teach our kids, what we do for and with them. KiwiCo | Get up to 50% off your first crate at kiwico.com with p...

You Can’t Run Away From This

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We can’t just throw up our hands and say, “I’m busy, I can’t deal with this.” Because not only is that not fair to our children, it’s not ...

Raise You A Kid Who Can Do Both

04 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our job as parents is to help our kids “become who they are.” This is true, but our job is also to expand who they are.🎙️ Listen to Richard R...

It Is Solved By Walking

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Walks are parenting magic. Seneca said that the mind must be given over to wandering walks, and so too must you and your kids.Aura | Get $35 off with ...

This Is What You Should Want

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our job is not to raise kids at all. Our job is to raise adults.Every Thanksgiving, we encourage our listeners to join us in making a donation to Feed...

Keep This Spark Alive In Them | Ryan Holiday

30 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every decision we make, big or small, has a ripple effect. Listen in to hear about Ryan's recent experience that reminded him of the importance of enc...

Show Them What This Means

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If you want generous kids, you have to show them what a generous parent is. There is no better time than the holiday season to do this. Every Thanksgi...

This Is Why You Take It Seriously

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every Thanksgiving, we encourage our listeners to join us in making a donation to Feeding America. Every $1 donated helps provide at least 10 meals. I...

They Can’t Reach Their Potential Without This

27 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Without awareness there is no choice. How can our kids choose the life they want, if all they’ve really seen is our life?📕 We’re excited to ann...

How Long Can You Go?

26 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Dial back the criticism. Remember: you don’t need to have an opinion about everything.📕 We’re excited to announce that we’ve put together a s...

Let Them Think Whatever They Want

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Your job is to be and do what your kids demand—what your specific family needs—and not care what anyone else thinks. That’s what the best parent...

Co-Parenting While Chasing a Creative Dream | Holli Herrera and Sam Holiday

23 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

For every parent that has a creative and unconventional career, there is a partner keeping the family unit running smoothly behind the scenes. Holli H...

You Only Get This For So Long

22 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

They grow out of the wagon and the carseat and indeed, carpooling altogether. Love it while you can. 💪 Go to livemomentous.com and get 15% off with...

Do Not Be Afraid

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

None of this parenting stuff is easy. A lot of it is scary. But it is essential.Loftie | Use code DAILYDAD20 to get 20% off orders over $125! Head to ...

Will You Catch It?

20 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It all happens so quickly. The real question is: Will you capture it?🏛 All time can be quality time. Get your own Tempus Fugit Medallion to remind ...

They Can’t Know

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Having kids is impossible to convey to those who haven't experienced it. And that’s okay—it can be a beautiful little secret that binds all of us ...

The Extraordinary Will Take Care of Itself

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Make the ordinary come alive for them. The extraordinary will take care of itself.📕 Pick up a special leatherbound edition of The Daily Dad  at da...

Remember To Give Them Grace | Julia Baird

16 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Kids need grace just as much as parents do. Julia Baird joins Ryan to discuss the impermanence of childhood, the importance of grace in parenting, and...

They Learned This Lesson For You

15 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Remind yourself this morning and every morning: this will end. Tempus fugit.📕 We’re excited to announce that we’ve put together a special leath...

You’re Not Alone In This

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Raising a family has always been a wild, chaotic daily existence—one filled with joy and difficulty, love and labor—that has humbled and inspired ...

Let’s Study These Examples Instead

13 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We would all be well served by picking some parenting heroes.📕 We’re excited to announce that we’ve put together a special leatherbound edition...

They Deserve A Choice

12 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our job is to expand their horizons, to expose them to stuff, to give them awareness. So they can actually choose.Storyworth | Save $10 on your first ...

There Is Nothing Better Than This

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Love is the only legacy that matters. Let’s not point our love in the wrong direction." — Donald Miller📕 Grab a copy of the special leatherbou...

Creating Headspace for Stillness | Ryan and Sam Holiday

09 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

While in Vancouver, mom of four asked Ryan - "How do I achieve stillness while being a parent and juggling everything in my business?" Ryan and Sam ar...

This Should Change You

08 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You have to choose to be changed. It doesn’t happen the day you come home from the hospital with your newborn. 📕 We’re excited to announce that...

How Are You Filling Their Bank?

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Each day of our lives we make deposits into the memory banks of our children."— Charles R. Swindoll📕 Grab a copy of the special leatherbound edi...

You Have To Accept This

06 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Not only is your worry mostly impotent, but it often comes at the expense of this moment you have with them right now. 🪙 We are the creators of our...

Compete On This

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

"Compete for yourself and root for everybody else." — Candice Millard📕 We’re excited to announce that we’ve put together a special leatherbou...

You Have To Pick Your Shots

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Save your ammunition, pick your shots.This is a paid advertisement by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/DAILYDAD to get 10% of y...

Managing Meltdowns and Messes | Ryan and Sam Holiday

02 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The kids are hungry, tired, overstimulated…and you might be too. In this episode, Ryan and Sam talk about handling tantrums, prioritizing your child...

A Formula For You (And Them)

01 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What’s the formula for parenting? Is there one?KiwiCo | Get up to 50% off your first crate at kiwico.com, promo code DAILYDAD.✉️ Sign up for the...

This Is What You Want

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Jimmy Carter knew that presidency is temporary, but family is forever.📓 Pick up a signed edition of The Daily Dad: 366 Meditations on Parenting, Lo...

Ok, But Who Should You Pick?

30 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We talk to our kids a lot about character, about values, we want them to live lives of virtue. But when it comes to choosing who will lead us (and the...

This Is Something That’s Up To You

29 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

There’s one way your vote doesn’t matter for sure—and that’s by not exercising it. This is your chance to influence the future, to determine i...

Give Them This Advice

28 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We want our kids to learn some responsibility. To learn the value of hard work. 💪 Go to livemomentous.com to get up to 32% off your first subscript...

I Took My Son To His First Iron Maiden Concert (PT. 2) | Ryan Holiday

26 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ryan's first trip (and Iron Maiden concert) with his oldest son is officially in the books. Listen in to hear Ryan's reflections on how it went and th...

You Need This And They Need This

25 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Philosophy offers meaning, direction, and purpose—it’s not just abstract questions, but real counsel for how to live well. 💡 The Stoicism 101 2...

The Games Mean More Than You Think

24 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our job is not to prevent our kids from playing and learning and having fun. Our job is to help them do those things.📓 Pick up a signed edition of ...

This Is For Parents, Too

23 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Parenting demands the four Stoic virtues: courage, discipline, justice, and wisdom. It calls for a philosophical mindset, too—being able to see the ...

Give Them This Time

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Each child develops on their own timeline. Each kid has their own journey. 📓 Pick up a signed edition of The Daily Dad: 366 Meditations on Parenti...

This Is What They’ll Remember

21 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Will they remember your patience or your temper? Your care or your exasperation?📚 The Lost Continent by Bill Bryson✉️  Sign up for the Daily ...

I Took My Son To His First Iron Maiden Concert | Ryan Holiday

19 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last weekend, Ryan took his oldest on their first father-son trip. Where to? An Iron Maiden concert in California. In this episode, Ryan talks about t...

No One Can Do This For You

18 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Every situation, every child, every age is different. You’ll have to figure it out as you go.✉️  Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com📱...

This Should Help

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We could all get better at apologizing…and shrugging things off. This is a long haul we signed up for.📚 Check out Joan Didion's books at The Pain...

Make Sure They Are Reading This Stuff

16 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It’s reading that will make your children great…or not so great. We have to make sure we are exposing them to literature that elevates them, that ...

You Never Know

15 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We do not know how much time we have. So let’s be kind and sweet, generous and present, while we can.⏳ Get your own Memento Mori reminder | https:...

You Must Forgive

14 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Our job is to help them through life, even if that life is currently a mess of their own making.✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com ...

Seize Every Moment With Them (While You Can) | David Kessler

12 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

David Kessler was well into his career as a grief and loss expert when his own life was turned upside down by the sudden death of his 21 year old son....

It’s Piling Up

11 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

It adds up, this time that we turn away. At some point, certainly at the end of our lives but also at the end of their childhood, we would do anything...

They’ve Always Been Like That

10 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We like to think kids these days are particularly spoiled or empowered, but the truth is, it’s always been this way.✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad...

These Are Your Priorities

09 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Why on earth don’t we all instinctively spend our money in a way that allows us to spend more time with the people we love?✉️ Sign up for the Da...

What They’ll Remember Is This

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

 In moments of anxiety, it’s hard to remember we have power over this all-encompassing reaction. It's even harder to remember the little eyes watch...

They Can’t Help It

07 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have to remember that no matter how high the stakes may feel, our kids are just being kids. ✉️ Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com ...

A Few of Our Favorite Things | Ryan and Sam Holiday

05 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it's wishing they bought certain products earlier on in parenthood or kicking themselves for holding onto other items too long, Ryan and Sam h...

Why Go Through The Whole Routine?

04 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As parents, we can get better at picking our moments. Not everything needs to be a battle. 📚 Pick up a copy of The Lost Continent: Travels in Smal...

Help Them Find Whose Children They Are

03 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

They are them. And you’re going to help them become the best version of that possible.📓 Pick up a signed edition of The Daily Dad: 366 Meditation...

You’re The Weird One

02 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Don’t be weird. Be there for them.🎟 Ryan Holiday is going on tour! Grab tickets for London, Rotterdam, Dublin, Vancouver, and Toronto at ryanholi...

Challenge Them Like This

01 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You can’t just want tough kids. You have to make tough kids.💡 The Stoic Parent: 10 Commandments for Becoming a Better Parent | Take the first ste...

This Part Is Your Fault

30 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As parents, our job is to help them learn how to do the hardest but most important thing in the world: To deal with frustrations and our limitations.📚...

See It From an Angle of Appreciation | Timm Chiusano

28 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

When they mess up or do things they’re not supposed to do, do as Epictetus says and grab the situation by the other handle. What they did may seem n...

What Would You Give Then?

27 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

No matter how loud, how messy, how onerous it may seem. We have it now, as loud and messy and exhausting as it is. Enjoy it.📚 Sorrow and Blissby Me...

They Need You (And You Need Them)

26 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

A world where people are indifferent to the fates of people different from them is a dangerous world to send your kid out into. Our fate—our kids—...

Which Would You Rather Be?

25 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Who would you rather be? Imperious and impossible to please? Or fun and proud and loving?📓 Pick up a signed edition of The Daily Dad: 366 Meditatio...

Why Does Anyone Care?

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You’re going to feel bad that you were so hard on them. Love them. Support them. Accept them.✉️  Sign up for the Daily Dad email: DailyDad.com📱...

Show Them This Strength

23 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Just like the saying goes: you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take. In the same way, you only receive the help that you ask for.📚 Grab a copy o...

Don't Forget to Stick to the Facts

21 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Reminder to all parents: stick to the facts and stop catastrophizing. It's a universal problem parents have had throughout history, Marcus Aurelius an...

Don’t Cut It Short (If You Don’t Have To)

20 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Of course, sometimes we have to cut family time short. But most of the time? It’s not necessity that motivates us. 🏛 All time can be quality tim...

Don’t Let Them Tell You This

19 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

By being disciplined and protective of your personal life, you are being protective and dedicated to your professional life.🏛 All time can be quali...

What’s In Your Greatest Hits?

18 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

If someone was to put together a ‘greatest hits’ from you, what do you think would show up?💪 Go to livemomentous.com to get up to 32% off your ...

This Is How To Explain Things

17 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We don’t like it when people tell us the point, we like it when they show us.📚 Looking for stories to teach your kids about Stoicism? Check out R...

It’s Brave Of Them

16 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have to want them to be themselves. We want them to be brave enough to be themselves.📓 Pick up a signed edition of The Daily Dad: 366 Meditation...

What Works For One Kid May Not Work For The Other | Ryan and Sam Holiday

14 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Two kids mean two different personalities, which also means two different parenting styles. Ryan and Sam talk about how they've had to tailor their pa...

What Will You Do With 72 Seasons?

13 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Eighteen years. That’s 72 seasons. It might seem like a lot, but in the grand scheme of things, it’s not.🏛 All time can be quality time. Get yo...

You Never Know

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

None of us know how much time we have. None of us know when the last time will be. Don’t rush through this wonderful time.💪 Go to livemomentous.c...

Say It While You Can

11 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Right now, in this moment, you’re not on a plane that’s about to crash. You know that you have the power and capacity to speak your piece. Do it w...

When The World Caves In…

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The end of the world is a terrible thought to consider but also very clarifying. Because it reminds us once again of how silly the distinction of “q...

You Do It Too, You Know

09 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The most important thing we can teach our kids in life is how to deal with frustration. Our lives would be better if someone had taught us better, tha...

Parenting Wake-Up Calls That Reveal Our Inner Child | Patrick Dempsey

07 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Patrick Dempsey talks to Ryan about a parenting wake-up call he had that motivated him to do the work around healing his inner child.  Patrick Dempse...

You’ll Get What You Want (Just Not When You Want It)

06 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The thing you say you want, the connection you crave. It’s there. Just not always when you want it…or how you want it.✉️  Sign up for the Dai...

This Is Your Role

05 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

You don’t need to understand it. You need to encourage them. You need to be behind them as they discover who they are.📓 Pick up a signed edition ...

What Do They Hear Most?

04 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What do you think your kids hear most from you? Is it words of affection and kindness and encouragement? Or is it those phrases we find ourselves repe...

Be Patient With Yourself

03 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

They’re not doing this to you on purpose. Please be kind. Be patient. Be accommodating. With them…but most of all with yourself.📚 Grab a copy o...

Stop Checking Your Watch

02 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Be present. Appreciate the moment. Stop checking your watch.🏛 All time can be quality time. Get your own Tempus Fugit Medallion to remind yourself ...

Raise Adults, Not Kids | Gary Vee

31 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Last year, Ryan was interviewed by Gary Vee about The Daily Dad: 366 Meditations on Parenting, Love, and Raising Great Kids. Today, you'll hear an exc...

Be A Real Fan

30 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We have to believe in our kids. To be their fan. Why would they be brave enough to put themselves out there, to try new things, if their own parents a...