AceShowbiz - Ryan Reynolds recently opened up about his and wife Blake Lively's parenting style at HubSpot's INBOUND tech conference. The actor, now 47, expressed that today's parents are "so soft" compared to his childhood, stating that he grew up in an "improvised militia."

Despite his tumultuous upbringing, Reynolds credits a conflict resolution workshop with transforming his perspective. He admitted to having a "scarcity mindset" in the past, where he felt compelled to win or be right. However, the workshop taught him the importance of empathy and connecting with others on their level.

While Reynolds acknowledged that he's still learning how to manage his emotions, he noted that his four children do not exhibit the same mindset he had as a child. He attributes this to their privileged upbringing.

Reynolds' parenting philosophy has shifted since he embraced conflict resolution. He now emphasizes compassion and believes in reminding himself of resources that can guide his parenting. He and Lively are parents to three daughters and a son, ranging in age from one to nine.

The actor also discussed the importance of sharing losses with children. He believes it's crucial for them to understand that not everything goes according to plan and that it's okay to express vulnerability.

Reynolds' parenting journey has been shaped by the advice he received from "Deadpool & Wolverine" director Shawn Levy, who encouraged him to model perseverance and acknowledge mistakes. The actor has since applied this advice by setting an example for his children and reminding them that winning is not always the goal.