It means giving them the freedom to choose.

It means letting them make their own decisions because you trust that you raised them the right way.

Because you trust that they have the tools they need to succeed.

A good father

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Being a good father means being a positive role model for your children.

Being a good father means showing your kids what a real gentleman looks like.

Someone who holds open doors for strangers in supermarkets.

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Someone who is honest when lying would be easier.

Someone who is reliable.

Someone who keeps his word.

A good father

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Someone with strong morals he would never dream of breaking.

It means making monogamy look like a good idea instead of something they should avoid at all costs.

Being a good father means showing up when it matters the most.

It means finding someone to cover your shift at work so you’re free to see their play.

It means waking up earlier than usual to eat breakfast with them.

Being a good father means working onyourself.

It means entering rehab when you know you need help.

It means seeing a psychiatrist when youve been having anger issues.

It means taking care of yourself so that your kids dont have to worry about you.

So they never fall down the dark road of self-destruction.

Being a good father means being a good person.

It means having a good heart.

It means putting your children before yourself because you love them more than you have ever loved yourself.