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What does it mean?
The speaker values his children's innocence and expresses regret over being an absentee father.
In plain terms
He finds joy in his children's purity and wishes to spend more time with them.
What can you take from it?
Fame should not come at the cost of being present for children.

Where it applies

  • parenting forums
  • career planning
  • interviews

Putting it to work

  • limit work travel
  • engage with kids
  • protect innocence

Questions to consider

  • How do you define success as a parent?
  • What do you sacrifice for your career?

Another view

Balancing fame and presence is difficult for many public figures.

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