The Daily Dad You’re Probably Wrong
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Mar 11, 2026 A short call to admit you’re often wrong when arguing with grown children. A look at how centering yourself can harm relationships. A caution against letting politics or religion trump connection. A reminder that true success is raising independent adults.
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You're Probably Wrong When You Argue With Grown Kids
- You're probably wrong when you argue with grown or mostly independent children about non-urgent matters.
- Ryan Holiday warns that making everything an issue often reflects parents making situations about themselves, not the child's needs.
Step Back Repair And Prioritize Connection
- Step back and consider your child's perspective instead of turning disagreements into fights.
- Apologize, reach out, repair, and remember raising independent adults is the goal Ryan Holiday emphasizes.
Parents Who Make Everything About Themselves
- Many emotionally immature parents make everything about themselves, which damages connection with their children.
- Holiday references the book Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents to explain this common pattern.
