What Are Some of the Joys of Fatherhood?

Fatherhood changes a man̵7;s lifestyle, and may force you to give up some of your favorite activities. But being involved in your child̵7;s life is a blessing as you both get to learn from each other. As you nurture your child into an independent and responsible individual, your child allows you to re-experience childhood and discover the small things in life.

  1. Children

    • Fathers take pride in their children. Watching children grow from fully dependent infants into individuals who can talk, walk, read and write is a rewarding experience for fathers. Hearing children shout "Daddy!" is a moment fathers cherish, according to The Huffington Post blogger Eric Payne. The ability to nurture children into responsible adults and help make their dreams come true also makes fatherhood fulfilling.

    Love and Respect

    • Fathers teach their children love by loving them, and in return, children love them unconditionally, according to an article by Wayne Stewart from "Texas Farm & Home" magazine. The love and respect children give to their fathers through gestures such as approaching them for help or discussing their life challenges often fills fathers with joy. For example, for singer Gary Valencio, one of the most rewarding moments is listening to his eldest son share his life experiences and offering him advice, according to an article by Mons Romulo-Tantoco of The Philippine Star.

    Individual Maturity

    • Fatherhood is a vocation that challenges a man̵7;s character. Fatherhood makes you responsible for another life, and requires discipline, a change in lifestyle, consistency and bravery. These characteristics develop fully in fatherhood and help a man to take care of his child to the best of his ability. Fatherhood also requires that you teach your child life lessons such as hard work, honesty and generosity. Your role challenges you to develop these skills and habits yourself so that you can teach your child by setting a good example.

    Appreciating Little Things

    • Children are curious beings who take interest in little things that adults often consider normal. Fathers who spend time with their children learn to appreciate little things such as an insect in the garden or the moon at night. Children often hug their fathers, illustrate them in their schoolwork, get excited over small things and reward them with gestures such as picking flowers on the roadside, which makes fathers proud. Additionally, their ability to find joy in their environment also inspires father and helps them appreciate their role.

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