This resonates strongly with me. Having raised two girls, Love is not the same as giving in to what makes kids happy in the moment. Over the course of life do they draw from your example to make right choices.  Interestingly, when I work with startups and young founders, I go through the same mental process. How to be honest in feedback and take a position of long term perspective even if it is opposed or unpopular view in the moment.  My conclusion, if my intent is pure, and I am open to listening and base decisions on deep conviction, it is likely to be all right in the long run. …see more