What does it takes to become a good father and a good husband?
2007-02-25 01:41:36 · 13 answers · asked by daniel w 1 in Family & Relationships ➔ Marriage & Divorce
It simply takes a man who is unselfish enough to care more about his wife and children than himself. He has to be able to set priorities and put his family first when he needs to do this. To be a good husband, you need to be able to COMPROMISE when you can't agree. You need to say "I love you" every day, and you need to be a PARTNER in your marriage where both parties pitch in and get the work done (inside and outside of the house). To be a good father, you need to come home from work and do things with your children: play with them, take them to their activities, encourage them, and read to them, tuck them into bed when they are small, etc. It's all very worthwhile and can make a good man very happy. Having a good solid marriage as an example for your children is a GIFT to them and a happy thing for you.
2007-02-25 01:48:55 · answer #1 · answered by Wiser1 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on what the needs of the family are. Each one is different and their needs are too. I think that one important thing that anyone in a relationship can do is be there (really be present emotionally), for the family.
People feel loved and supported in different ways. My husband believes that cooking and keeping a clean house shows you love him (that's how his Mom did). I find love when someone is there to listen to me and sometimes give advice when needed. Also, having savings makes me feel loved (I grew up in a household that was always on the verge of financial catastrophe). My son just wants us to be there and watch him and do things with him.
A willingness to communicate and someone who is trustworthy.
2007-02-25 10:39:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
It takes a real man, one who is confident but open to other ideas. It takes unconditional love, self sacrifice, patience, understanding, willingness to forgive that others are not perfect. It takes a man who can verbalize what he loves about his family to them so they always know how loved they are. It takes strength and convictions. It takes a man who can be affectionate and kind. Most important it takes a great sense of humor and flexibility.
2007-02-25 10:46:59 · answer #3 · answered by karenlanea2 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Support your children
Support your partner
Provide financially but be a provider at home, help with cooking or cleaning and bathing the kids.
Be involved.
Take your family places, go to their sporting events.
2007-02-25 09:58:06 · answer #4 · answered by trinity082482 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thinking and taking care of their needs before your own.
A good wife/mother does the same so in the end it all balances out.
2007-02-25 09:49:42 · answer #5 · answered by ? 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Stay as involved as you possible can in your wife's and children's everyday lives. Be supportive, communicate, show unconditionally love at all times never disrespect or take your family for granted.
2007-02-25 10:27:34 · answer #6 · answered by Trisha 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Having the best interest of your family in mind 100% of the time.
2007-02-25 10:26:02 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I AGREE WITH SONYA, BE YOURSELF. TRUST IS # 1. LOVE, HONESTY AND BEING THERE FOR YOUR FAMILY IS THE BEST. DO THINGS TOGETHER, HAVE QUALITY TIME AS A FAMILY, AND ALSO HAVE SPECIAL TIME WITH YOUR WIFE. LIFE IS SHORT, ENJOY EACH AND EVERYDAY! GIVE 100%... AS I WOULD HOPE YOUR WIFE GIVES 100 % ALSO.GOOD LUCK HUN.
2007-02-25 10:06:10 · answer #8 · answered by kathy p 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi.
the secret to becoming a good farther and husband is just being yourself when it comes to your family. be honest with your wife and child. and teach your child about honesty love and appreciation of one and other.
2007-02-25 09:49:11 · answer #9 · answered by Sonya K 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Be a role model for your kids. Be someone your wife can be proud of. So I guess it starts with you!
2007-02-25 10:52:53 · answer #10 · answered by Li 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋