Letting my son be the boss

8 Mar 2024 · 1 min
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In this short, first‑person video, Victor Justin Rhodes shares a recent moment on his farm where he lets his son Josiah take charge of loading hay and deciding where to feed the animals. He describes how he offered to accompany Josiah, then deliberately stepped back to let the boy lead the chore. Rhodes explains that this intentional delegation serves multiple purposes: it gives Josiah a chance to showcase his abilities, builds his self‑esteem and pride, signals trust in his son’s judgment, and creates a bonding experience through shared work. The speaker also mentions an upcoming mountain‑biking outing, framing the chore as a quick, purposeful task before leisure. Overall, the video emphasizes the value of empowering children by granting them responsibility, praising their efforts, and reinforcing trust within the parent‑child relationship.

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