Quote from Oladosun Joshua Segun on April 9, 2025, 3:18 PM

Walton Goggins, known for his role in *The White Lotus*, shared a touching story about a pivotal conversation with his son, Augustus. He spoke about guiding Augustus during a challenging phase, presenting him with two paths: one of gratitude and active participation in family life, and another with less fulfilling outcomes. This heartfelt moment left a lasting impact, as Augustus chose gratitude, showcasing wisdom beyond his years. It's a beautiful example of parenting with calmness and intention. What are your thoughts on this approach?

The White Lotus star who shares son Augustus Goggins with wife Nadia Conners revealed that he nipped his 14-year-old’s rebellious phase in the bud early on and set him on the right path. “I’ve been a parent now for 14 years,” Walton said on the April 9 episode of Not Skinny But Not Fat podcast, “and I’ve never had an argument with my child, ever.”

However, he added that “there was a moment when he was being an a--hole for a period of time. My wife had to go out of town for a couple of days, and we had a conversation about that—about two different roads that he could go down.”

As Walton shared, the conversation encouraged young Augustus then just 10 years old to reflect deeply on the kind of future he wanted to shape for himself. Walton made the moment both empowering and memorable for Augustus, who woke up later to share his choice of the path of gratitude.

It's heartwarming to see how Walton's parenting style focuses on thoughtful dialogue and fostering accountability, even at such a young age. It seems to have made a profound impact on shaping his son's character. What do you think about this thoughtful and reflective approach?

“’One, your life would look like this. And the other, your life would look like this,’” the 53-year-old recalled telling his son. “’This is maybe the first big decision you’re ever going to make.’”

Walton Goggins' calm and measured approach truly elevated the impact of the heartfelt conversation with his son Augustus. By maintaining a tranquil disposition, he created a safe and open environment for such a significant discussion. Even though the topic was serious, his demeanor allowed Augustus to reflect deeply without feeling overwhelmed, ultimately making the moment even more meaningful for the young boy.

It's inspiring to see how this method of parenting gentle yet intentional can leave such a lasting impression.

“It was very measured and very calm,” Walton told host Amanda Hirsch, “and I said, ‘I just think tonight is a huge night in your life. It’s a big choice.’”

“’This is how you’ve been acting, and you can continue to act that way, and this is probably what your life is gonna look like,’” he continued. “’Or you could wake up with gratitude and really look around and be thankful for your life and participate in our life as a family as an active member and your life could look like this.’”

Not long after Walton advised his son to sleep on it before making any life-changing decisions, Augustus awoke in the middle of the night to make it clear to his father, “I know the answer.”

And upon seeing Augustus choose the path of gratitude, Walton couldn’t help but gush about his son’s astute character.

“’Wow, you are as wise as I thought you were,’” he told Augustus at the time. “’You are that guy, let me shake your hand.’”

Walton Goggins beautifully captured the magic of childhood and growing up when he emphasized the boundless potential of a child’s future. His statement, "Your decision is going to reverberate throughout the rest of your life," serves as a profound reminder of the importance of choices made during formative years.

By encouraging his son Augustus to deeply reflect on his actions and future, Walton illustrated the power of intentional parenting. Guiding a young mind to consider the ripple effect of their decisions is a lesson that undoubtedly fosters wisdom and responsibility.