DadWork
174 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 137 ratingsWe are building a movement of Christian fathers who want to become the role model and multi-generational family leader they never had growing up.
Become hard to kill, easy to love, and equipped to lead with the DadWork Podcast.
Our expert guests help forge you into the elite man, husband, and father your family needs.
You will be guided to build a massive vision, support it with non-negotiable daily habits, clear roadblocks from your past, maintain high discipline and integrity, and learn the skills needed to build the only legacy that matters - your family.
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#72. How To Navigate Conflict In Your High Stakes Relationships - Jayson Gaddis
March 22, 2022 13:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MBToday's guest is Jayson Gaddis. We go deep talking about: Connection, Attunement, and Secure Attachment in Parenting Why it's so important to get good at conflict in your high-stakes relationships Reframing conflict as an opportunity for connection, instead of something to be avoided Practices to help you get more aligned in yourself and show up more calmly Dealing with conflict with our kids, whether they're 2 or teenagers Why conflict is so hard How to engage in conflict in a way t...
#71. Fatherhood And Masculinity Are Not Toxic - Friday Reflections
March 18, 2022 13:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. In this episode... We go deep talking about: Why fatherhood and masculinity shouldn't be locked at as toxic Learning to trust yourself first as a man and as a dad Why it's imprant to give yourself a cha...
#70. How Dads Can Rebuild Trust In Their Intimate Relationships - Karen Brody
March 15, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBToday's guest is Karen Brody We go deep talking about: How to repair your intimate relationship and build trust again As a man, learning to see and appreciate a woman for who she is rather than trying to fix how she functions The difference between emotional dumping and emotional sharing Why it's vital to join a men's group, locate a coach, or even seek professional help Proper communication methods with your partner in your relationship Allowing your wife to participate in your devel...
#69. Do The Hard Right Thing and Being The Intellectual Leader of Your Family - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
March 11, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. I was on Scott Ramage's podcast, Brotherhood of Fatherhood yesterday, talking about doing the right hard things and becoming the family's intellectual leader. Many men are currently influenced by the idea of...
#68. Zen Parenting, Finding Joy, and Vulnerable Authenticity - Todd Adams
March 09, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 45.1 MBToday's guest is Todd Adams. We go deep talking about: Dealing with conflict and other difficult aspects of life as a parent How to use fatherhood as a means of going deeper into your self Not reacting in ways that will build resentment Exercising prudence in our parenting since children mimic our behaviour, which may have an impact on what they perceive to be normal as adults. Being able to recognize and articulate feelings that are buried deep within you. Celebrating our wins as fat...
#67. Intentional Co-Parenting and Step Parenting - Jeff Fruhwirth
March 07, 2022 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.3 MBToday's guest is Jeff Fruhwirth We go deep talking about: Why it's important to acknowledge your faults and wrongs as a parent Being able to recognize your childhood trauma-related triggers How to teach our children to communicate effectively when they need something rather than throwing a tantrum Setting boundaries with your kids Why it's sometimes necessary to take a step back and consider how you can best show up as a caring and compassionate father in the face of a crisis. Success...
#66. The Profound Support Of Men, Men's Group, and The Village - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
March 04, 2022 14:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. We go deep talking about: The profound closing ceremony I had as I stepped down from my leadership role in my local men's group The importance of having other intentional men in your life, and why all fath...
#65. Exploring Anger for Dads - Alistair Moes
March 02, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBToday's guest is Alistair Moes We go deep talking about: How anger can serve us, not simply be a destructive force How to become more intentional and less reactive to anger by looking deeply at what's going on inside you The physiological consequences of anger How to cool down and support yourself when you're really triggered in anger Alistair processes me and my anger live Why the depth of our pain and trauma actually make life interesting if we're willing to go there Practices to d...
#64. Financial Fitness for Fathers - Dennis McNamara
February 28, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 47.9 MBToday's guest is Dennis McNamara We go deep talking about: The fundamental principles of money, wealth and investments How to make the most of what you have now to set a future plan for you and your family Finding a balance between time, money and health Why it's really important to be in a men's group with other dads Being confident, living with intention and having a more deeper and more engaged relationship with those around you The importance of emergency fund Dennis McNamara is...
#63. How To Get Out of Birthday Pity Parties and Shame Spirals - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
February 25, 2022 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. Over the last couple of years, I've been wallowing in birthday pity parties and shame spirals, especially when my birthday was approaching. On one hand, I wanted to be seen and celebrated, but on the other h...
#62. Conscious Fatherhood, Deep Presence, and Cultivating a Deeply Sensual Sex Life - Max Trombly
February 23, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBToday's guest is Max Trombly We go deep talking about: Going all in on supporting our children as they explore their interests Why it's okay to not have everything figured out as a dad as long as you're putting in the work Recognizing joy as a vital component of life and the need to cultivate it Third stage parenting and feeling deeply into the moment Recognizing that we have needs and exploring healthy ways to get them met Maintaining a healthy, abundant, and deeply sensual sex life ...
#61. Becoming Uncivilized, Healing After Divorce, and Grief - Traver Boehm
February 21, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.3 MBToday's guest is Traver Boehm. We go deep talking about: Primal masculinity and how culture and technology have caused many men to lose touch with it Emotional intelligence as men Why every man should join a mens' group Discovering a divine connection to nature as a man in order to connect with your inner self. Being able to step into our power as men by connecting to our head, heart, and balls How we can heal and grow and still be open to the possibility of being hurt again Knowing ...
#60. 9 Uncomfortable Truths for Fathers - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
February 18, 2022 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.4 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. As a father, I can confidently say that all of the 9 truths I'll be discussing in this episode have affected me over the years, but I'm working on myself and making excellent progress and seeking help from o...
#59. How To Raise Emotionally Intelligent Children - Lael Stone
February 16, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 50.9 MBToday's guest is Lael Stone We go deep talking about: How can we, as emotionally numb adults, begin to exercise and raise emotionally intelligent children? Doing our inner work as parents and being vulnerable enough to own up to our stories and feelings. Making our kids emotions feel safe and comfortable instead of of yelling and being enraged when our children's conduct is off-kilter. Modeling empathy in our children and how to deal with strong feelings/emotions in a more healthy way....
#58. Shadows and Light - Jason Evans
February 14, 2022 14:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBToday's guest is Jason Evans We go deep talking about: The Shadows and Light Project Why it's important to join a mens' group The power of photography Vulnerability and Honesty as a man and father Taking care of our mental health and doing our inner work Leadership and the ability to shoulder all of that responsibility Perfectionism and Imposter syndrome Why is it important to be involved in the lives of your children and some of your family's children? Jason Evans is a photographe...
#57. Forgiving Your Father In Order To Heal - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
February 11, 2022 14:00 - 27 minutes - 18.8 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. Today I'll talk about the potential of forgiving your own father. I understand that this topic is a trigger to some of y'all and it is okay, because not everyone is ready. In this episode, you'll learn that ...
#56. How To Be A Front Row Dad - Jon Vroman
February 09, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 38.5 MBToday's guest is Jon Vroman We go deep talking about: Being honest with yourself and managing emotions instead of numbing them, When and how to discipline a behavior without shaming anyone Being around other dads and why it's important for you to join a community of men Being a family man with a business and not a business man with a family The importance of scheduling in creating the life you want to live Having the self-awareness to reflect on what is truly real for you at any given...
#55. The Power of Intentional Indirectness and 5000 Miles of Relationship Repair - Patrick Pitman
February 07, 2022 14:00 - 59 minutes - 41 MBToday's guest is Patrick Pitman We go deep talking about: Patrick's immediate transition from college into fatherhood Patrick's deep wisdom on connecting with our kids at any age, which I sum up as "intentional indirectness" Involving ourselves with our children and passing on our work ethic to them The difficulty of raising teenagers when there is a rift between the two of you, and how Patrick used a 5000 mile road trip to repair a rupture The importance of collecting information befo...
#54. What A Successful Healing Journey Looks Like As A Father, And How To Navigate Your Relationship As You Heal - Friday Reflections
February 04, 2022 14:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. I talk about what people don't tell you about the healing journey...what it's like when you actually get better. I answer questions from a man in my men's group for dads about my journey and what it looked...
#53. Navigating Culture, Developing Autonomy, and Making Good Choices - Andy Fossett
February 02, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.1 MBToday's guest is Andy Fossett. We go deep talking about: Overcoming feelings of failure and inadequacy as a father and husband Mental reframes for dads Raising a child abroad in a culturally diverse environment Identifying your strengths and your partner's strengths so you can each focus on what only you can uniquely give your child Being able to navigate cultural expectations with your spouse Allowing yourself some time off from work to reassess your priorities and figure out what yo...
#52. How Kids Learn And Why It Matters in Becoming a Better Dad - Stephanie Ryan
January 31, 2022 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBToday's guest is Stephanie Ryan We go deep talking about: How children learn How we can support our kids in the learning process Practicing patience with our kids Allowing our kids to know that it's okay to be wrong instead of condemning them The fear of learning new things as a parent when you're used to knowing the answers How we can get back to the things we loved growing up and sharing that with our kids Outsourcing the things you don't want to do but that are valuable for your k...
#51. How To Journal and Process Your Way Through Deep Reflection, Alignment, and Clarity - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
January 28, 2022 14:00 - 29 minutes - 20.2 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. All of the wonderful responses I received from last week's Friday Reflections inspired today's episode, and this drew my attention... What do I truly want to give, rather than pushing myself through resista...
#50. High Performance Breathwork for Physical and Emotional Excellence - Johnny Oduya
January 26, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBToday's guest is Johnny Oduya We go deep talking about: Playing hockey in Thailand Allowing our kids to face challenges so that it pushes them to work harder Teaching our kids to strive for victory, but be prepared for the inevitability of defeat How to thrive in high-performance environments Why you should want to be the worst player on a good team, not the best player on a bad team The balance between using ego for motivation and getting lost in it Emotional Regulation Breathwork,...
#49. How To Die In Peace: Eastern Wisdom for Fathers - Justin Ehrlich
January 24, 2022 14:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBToday's guest is Justin Ehrlich We go deep talking about: Daoism, and the fundamental question of how are we going to die at peace Traumas and experiences that we haven't fully integrated Social versus traumatic programming Finding contentment from knowing our purpose and embodying it Why it's important to have a list of 2-3 physical exercises to get you out of trigger mode Reflecting on our past to see how it's manifesting in your lives today in order to heal our traumas The gift o...
#48. Building Relationships and Finding Friends as a Dad - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
January 21, 2022 14:00 - 28 minutes - 19.7 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. I recently talked to one of my dad groups to let them know that I was not really sure that they fully had my back! As a dad and as a man, it's been so difficult to honestly open up about stuff but in t...
#47. Emotional Availability as the Gateway to More Love, Sex, and Success - Shana James
January 19, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBToday's guest is Shana James. We go deep talking about: How men can become more emotionally available The difference between an emotional dump and an emotional share Our invisible influences and how it impacts others Trusting your intuition Discerning your emotions in the moment Expressing our emotions in a constructive way Staying connected to our partners in the heat of an emotional breakdown Suicidal thoughts in men Depression as a result of not opening up, and Balancing our em...
#46. Long-Distance Fatherhood and Being A Dad Without Borders - Blue Netherclift
January 17, 2022 14:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBToday's guest is Blue Netherclift We go deep talking about: Coparenting when your child lives overseas How Blue develops a Secure Attachment with his son living halfway around the world Consistency with your child and being open with your feelings Learning to let go and trusting the process Leaning towards gratitude as opposed to anger and frustration Finding practices that help you stay grounded The power of your thoughts Blue is a father to two young boys, with another baby boy on...
#45. Picking Them Up For The Last Time - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
January 14, 2022 14:00 - 10 minutes - 7.16 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. Today's episode is a short one, but one that covers a potentially massive mental reframe for dads. I remind you that at some point, you will pick up your child for the last time...and have no idea it's the ...
#44. Positivity, Systems, and Intentionality - Yarty Kim
January 12, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBToday's guest is Yarty Kim. We go deep talking about: Making a conscious choice to be happy Active reaching out to mentors for help in your fatherhood journey Getting through the initial struggles of being a father Finding positivity in everything that happens to us Focusing on our work to achieve our goals Balancing between family and business Self improvement and development as fathers Balancing your business despite all the challenges faced with the busy family Systemizing you...
#43. Raising Daughters and The Power of Vulnerability - Dai Manuel
January 10, 2022 14:00 - 58 minutes - 40.3 MBToday's guest is Dai Manuel We go deep talking about: How Dai is successfully raising his daughters into amazing young women, Ego and identity in men that comes attached to their careers Better ways to manage stress and anxiety Vulnerably sharing challenges you face as a dad with your spouse Addiction and fighting through it Figuring out your real friends in this fatherhood journey Picking habits that helps us stay on the right track Having the right motivation to turn our lives aro...
#42. 9 Steps To Becoming A Better Dad In 2022 - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
January 07, 2022 14:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week we are going to dive into my 9 and true ways to becoming a better dad this year, 2022. With this steps, you'll be able to set up your family with years of closeness and resiliency We'll talk about...
#41. Productivity, Habits, and The Brotherhood of Fatherhood - Scott Rammage
January 05, 2022 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBToday's guest is Scott Rammage. We go deep talking about: Raising teenagers Productivity and getting things done as a father Finding or creating a tribe of men to support each other in this fatherhood journey Traumas carried from our childhood into our adult life Having a great dad growing up as a role model but still struggling in your journey as a father Finding the right balance between work and family Personal self-growth as a father and an entrepreneur Commanding your day befo...
#40. Acceptance, Taking a Sabbatical, and Working in Your Zone of Genius - Alex Barker
January 03, 2022 14:00 - 52 minutes - 35.8 MBToday's guest is Alex Barker. Before we get into it... Alex Barker, PharmD loves helping pharmacists create fulfilling careers and lives. He founded The Happy PharmD to provide career coaching and career development classes, and since 2017, the company has helped over 1,500 pharmacists. His best-selling book, Indispensable: A prescription for a fulfilling pharmacy career has sold more than 4,000 copies and helped countless pharmacists love their profession again. When he isn't workin...
#39.Reviewing 2021, Previewing 2022 - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
December 31, 2021 14:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week we are reviewing how the year 2021 has been and we'll also be previewing our expectations this new year, 2022. In today's episode, I'll also be sharing with you all some lessons I've learned this y...
#38.Growth Mindset, Pre-Emptive Therapy, and Entrepreneurship - Josh Frank
December 29, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MBToday's guest is Josh Frank We go deep talking about: The light that shines in a dad's life immediately after he has kids Boundaries we have when it comes to our phones Growth mindset talks to you have with your kids How to support our kids in failure The distinction between playing and practicing with our kids The importance of therapy and counselling Mental Health and Family Entrepreneurship Maintaining boundaries in business Josh helps countless eCommerce businesses boost their...
#37. Divorce, Single-Parenting, Addiction, and Mental Performance for Young Athletes - Mike Huber
December 27, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBToday's guest is Mike Huber. We go deep talking about: The fears, thoughts, and decisions leading to Mike’s divorce, Navigating risk to step into the unknown, The logistics of mindfully co-parenting and reaching common ground, Taking full responsibility, being honest, and communicating effectively, Breaking the cycle and forgiving your parents, Recovery from gambling addiction, What dads can learn from Mike’s expertise as a mental performance coach for young athletes How to dif...
#36. Preparing (Your Nervous System) for Christmas - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
December 24, 2021 14:00 - 21 minutes - 15.1 MBMERRY CHRISTMAS TO YOU ALL, FROM MY FAMILY TO YOURS and welcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week we talk about turning your attention and focus to Christmas holiday, prioritizing your family wants and needs during this time and being abl...
#35. Healing and High Performance Fitness for Fathers - Dan Go
December 22, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBToday's guest is Dan Go. We go deep talking about: Dan’s incredibly self-aware and vulnerable journey through fatherhood, including the strengths and hidden curses brought to the surface by our kids, How to do the deep inner work to process, heal, and grow as a man and father, How our biggest strengths are usually the flip side of our biggest wounds, and how to navigate that dichotomy mindfully, Processing wounds from the way you were raised, and finding forgiveness and gratitude for yo...
#34. The Consequences of Porn Addiction and How To Recover - Sathiya Sam
December 20, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MB- The serious negative consequences of pornography use and addiction on men’s lives, - Why men turn to porn in the first place, - Addiction vs. Use, - How to have deep conversations about sex and intimacy in your relationship to build a transcendent connection, - Sathiya’s personal journey through pornography addiction and recovery, - The power of learning to love yourself, and - How to talk to your kid about porn and sex. Sathiya Sam is a coach and speaker that helps men live with co...
#33. How (and Why) to Stop Lone Wolfing Your Life - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
December 17, 2021 14:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week we talk about how (and why) to stop lone wolfing your life. We'll talk about: Why being a lone wolf is terrible especially as a father How to build your own community or find a community to join...
#32. Mindfully Disrupting Old Patterns And Growing As A Parent - Chris Plourde
December 15, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 43 MB- Exploring your own judgements and defensiveness, - The importance of men’s groups in Chris’ life, - The shift that happens when you start to accept that things happen FOR you, not TO you, - Therapy as mental fitness for the brain, - Letting go of shame and guilt, - Digging beneath the anger to get to the buried emotions, - Breathwork as a healing tool, - Developing forgiveness and gratitude for your own parents, - The difference between raising boys and girls, - Chris’ experience ...
#31. How To Become A Conscious Dad - Adam Brewer
December 13, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 47.1 MBToday's guest is Adam Brewer. We go deep talking about: Adam’s intense transition into fatherhood, including the breakdown he suffered, and how he got through it stronger than ever, How Adam took action to rebuild trust and relationship with his partner, Surrendering to change and fatherhood as a man who tries to control everything around him, Why sharing your story and speaking your truth are so transformative and healing, Healing perfectionist tendencies and Nice Guy Syndrome, Pract...
#30. Why You Should Love Being Triggered - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
December 10, 2021 14:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week we talk about being triggered, why I love it, and how you can start to love being triggered, too. We'll talk about: What being triggered actually is The protective mechanism created by the ego i...
#29. Creating Psychological Safety As A Legendary Father - Larry Hagner
December 08, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBToday's guest is Larry Hagner. We go deep talking about: Stepping intentionally into leadership, The turning point in Larry’s fatherhood journey when he knew something had to change, The importance of having a learner’s mindset, The power of psychological safety and helping your kids develop a growth mindset, How to parent your kids so they feel safe to talk to you about anything, Finding your core values and helping your kids find theirs, How to have hard conversations with your kid...
#28. Depression in Men and The Power of Seeking Support - Pierre Azzam
December 06, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 46.6 MBToday's guest is Pierre Azzam. We go deep talking about: When to seek therapy versus coaching to level up your life, and why seeking help is fundamental to healing and growth, Lessons learned from Pierre’s experience as a psychiatrist who worked in palliative care, Depression in men, including postpartum depression in dads and how to get through it, A grounded approach to mindfulness and connection, How to support other men in your life who may be struggling, and Emotional intelligenc...
#27. The Ultimate Balancing Act for Dads - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
December 03, 2021 14:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week I talk about the most fundamental balancing act that we as fathers need to get right to both heal and grow ourselves, while providing secure attachment for our kids. Join the waitlist for the nex...
#26. Addiction, Trauma, Drugs, and Healing - Ben Goresky
December 01, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBToday's guest is Ben Goresky. We go deep talking about: Addiction…what it means, what it is, and why it happens, The role of trauma and pain in the creation and continuation of addiction, Using introspection to identify behaviours that are negatively affecting your life, Ben’s story through addiction, rehab, and recovery, Shame and how to connect positively with your kids, Ben’s unconventional approach to talking to our kids about drugs, Building trusting relationships with our kids...
#25. Dads Supporting Dads: How To Build Your Own Community - David Stegman
November 29, 2021 14:00 - 55 minutes - 38.4 MBToday's guest is David Stegman. We go deep talking about: How David invited and then navigated major upheaval in multiple areas of his life as he was becoming a father, The importance of men’s work and men’s groups in David’s fatherhood journey, Hold on to the rope - why these words from David’s mentor helped him get through the first two years of fatherhood, Normalizing imperfect relationships and normalizing talking about all of this as men and fathers, Figuring out what’s actually i...
#24. 9 Parenting Tips From My Inner Caveman - FRIDAY REFLECTIONS
November 26, 2021 14:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBWelcome to this episode of Friday Reflections by Dad.Work! Every Friday I share the best of what we have been doing in the Dad.Work community, to provide perspective, new ideas, and motivation for you to continue on your journey to becoming the best man, partner, and father you can be. This week we talk about 9 parenting tips from my inner caveman. Wondering what this even means? Listen to the episode! I'd love to hear your feedback. Do you have more tips to add? Send me an email at curt...
#23. Guiding Principles, Rebuilding Identity, and Showing Up Powerfully - Ryan Walton
November 24, 2021 14:00 - 59 minutes - 40.8 MBToday's guest is Ryan Walton. We go deep talking about: The reality check of becoming a father, Finding the courage to ask other men for help, The switch from controlling your own emotions and reactions instead of controlling the world around you, The power of therapy, men’s groups, and regulating your own nervous system, The convergence of personal and community healing and responsibility, Awakening to your own story and the narratives that drive your life, Practical tools to slow ...