Tips for raising empathetic boys


 * Show your son that you love him whether he wins or loses.
 * Let your boys experience adversity.
 * Foster a relationship with a supportive, charismatic adult.
 * Let him take responsibility for his contribution to disappointing outcomes.
 * Be your own hero. Don't live vicariously through your son.
 * Never put up with intimidating or violent behaviour — even if it seems trivial.
 * Seek professional help if violence, mental illness of substance abuse are interfering with development.

Source: The Prince Boofhead Syndrome book

'Weak' parents are raising a generation of 'prince boofhead' boys