Not just any dad

Abstract

Probably one of the toughest yet most under-valued 'jobs' in the world is being a dad and you come to realise what a difficult task it is once you become one yourself. I recall very clearly a teacher during my time at Sixth Form who would tell us that there exists no manual in any library in the world on 'how to be a good parent'! This is so true. Although being a father gives me plenty of satisfaction it still is a constant tussle to try and do and say the right thing. So naturally with no guidebooks available, I had to turn to my own dad as a source of inspiration and guidance on 'how to be a good dad', a man I admire because of the way he has approached life, low-key but incredibly committed to whatever he engages in.