It is easy to become myopic in regards to the needs of my kids. I tend to hyper-focus on crafting an environment where my children can thrive without having to face the challenge of relating to other people. I so badly want ‘perfect’ for my kids, that I often overlook what the impact on the surrounding world will be. I’m that dad that at the park will intercede on behalf of my kids when someone cuts in line for the slide. While my intentions are good, there is no reason for me to jump in like that—the world we live in is one where my kids will need to know how to be patient, and have good social graces, even when those around them don’t.
