 What have you changed your mind about recently?
phugoid: Something I read in Outliers by Malcolm Gladwell shocked me into reconsidering my role as a father.  I'm not a big fan of that book in general, but I found a pearl in there.I used to think that I needed to set and enforce hard rules, as if this will teach my kids order.  I don't want them to take the easy way out or try to negotiate everything.  I thought my approach was a good balance to my wife's, as she doesn't assert much authority.According to a study mentioned in Outliers, my style of parenting is prevalent among the poorer social class, and it leads to a mindset of resignation.  Wealthier parents listen more to their children, negotiate with them, and help them take their place in the adult world rather than just be quiet and follow the rules.This idea has connected a lot of dots for me, and I think I can be a better father than I have been.