Dads don’t always get the credit they deserve. They get made fun of for their corny dad jokes or lack of fashion sense, but they’re quite often the first person you call when you’re faced with a tough situation. Why? Because the advice our dads bestow upon us is invaluable.
Although we are sometimes reluctant to take our dads’ advice at first because it sounds overly-protective or preachy, we always end up realizing they were right. We carry all those pearls of wisdom with us through our lives and it’s one of the best gifts any parent could give their child.
This year, in honor of Father’s Day, our editors are sharing some of the best life advice they have ever received from their dads. Some shared the more practical advice their dads have given them, and others shared more general life philosophies. What you will find ahead are six pieces of indispensable advice from appreciative daughters.
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"Among many other things, my dad taught me the importance of finding an exercise routine you love and never shying away from new adventures. Whether it was enthusiastically coaching my elementary school soccer team, surprising me with a bag of pink kids golf clubs to try to coax me onto the course — sorry that one never took, Dad — exhibiting endless patience while teaching a frustrated tween to snowboard or hiking around the Grand Canyon as a family, I’ll always appreciate how my dad modeled the way physical activity can be a healthy outlet and a joy." — Hannah Hickok, deputy editor
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"I get my crazy-adventurous spirit from my dad. In his 20s and 30s, my dad was a ski instructor; forest ranger in Colorado, Montana and Utah; adrenaline junkie; and all-around badass. He wasn't afraid to try anything. Even if it meant jumping out of a helicopter and skiing down a double black diamond trail. Growing up, he taught me that same fearlessness — even as a 1-month-old baby when he strapped me in a backpack and took me skiing down a black diamond trail. He taught me to never let fear stop me from doing something I was passionate about. It's something I remind myself of every time I get nervous or scared about a risky decision." — Kenzie Mastroe, lifestyle editor
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"I’ve always turned to my dad for help with any major life decisions, and while he’s been a great sounding board for me no matter the situation, his best piece of advice really applies to just about any scenario: Follow your gut. It’s something he’s practiced his whole life and I’ve relied on when considering everything from job offers to relationships. Whenever I’m faced with a choice, I close my eyes, think of my options and wait for either my stomach to turn into knots or my whole body to feel at ease. When the latter happens, I know it’s the right call to make — and I feel like my dad’s still there guiding me." — Cristina Velocci, director of editorial operations
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"My dad passed away when I was a teenager, but he was the kindest, wackiest person I’ve ever met. He taught me the importance of being able to laugh at life and the power of building a community. Watching my dad, I learned that as long as you show up for others, you’ll be pleasantly surprised by how those people rally around you when you really need it — and that’s happened to me more than once since I lost him." — Amelia Edelman, senior parenting editor
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"Always try to work as hard as possible and embrace challenges in order to achieve success." — Kellie Lynch, data and insights manager
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"My dad always encourages me and my siblings to get off our butts and go do something, especially in the great outdoors. He would take us sailing, biking, kayaking, camping, skiing and hiking when we were little, and I have some amazing memories of those adventures we took together. Although I wouldn’t say I’m the most outdoorsy, my dad has definitely instilled in me a love and appreciation for being outside and one with nature. My dad taught me and continues to teach me to be adventurous, live my life to the fullest and see all the world has to offer." — Jane Asher, social media and content marketing manager
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