It has been a lot of fun lately listening to you learn new words and sounds each day. You are really picking them up fast and you'll be talking before I know it. It's amazing really.
It's also amazing how long you can talk to someone and never really talk to them.
While most men will discuss an endless list of weather, sports, movies, food, women, petty complaints, ect: Will you dare to be a man who isn't afraid of the important issues? People's hearts, dreams and core beliefs are an infinitely more interesting topic.
Banter has it's place, and you can learn from it at times. But don't let your words stop there. You may get some funny looks at first, because Americans aren't use to talking about real things. But just wait, the awkwardness turns to authenticity. The hesitancy turns to openess.
Ask more questions than you answer, listen more than you speak, and invest yourself into the conversation. And don't be afraid to say what you mean. This will lead to true friendships, real relationships, and a much richer life.
I would guess that a lot of fathers and sons struggle with getting past the small talk. Let's make it a point to really, truly talk to each other.
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