A couple of weeks ago I shared the best idea for Mother’s Day, but some moms did not agree. So I found out what the issue was. The problem was not with the moms or with my idea. The problem was with their husbands. This week on the podcast, I am...
Strong Fathers Raise Independent Children, Not Helpless Ones
Many fathers want to help their children succeed, but sometimes our help can quietly become control. If we are not careful, we can do so much for our kids that we never teach them how to do things for themselves. In this episode, I talk about why...
How Better Conversations Make Better Fathers
Most dads think the key to leading their home is having the right answers. But sometimes what we really need is to ask better questions and listen. In this episode, I share a simple conversation I had with my five-year-old daughter (thanks to my...
The Perfect Mother’s Day Gift
When it comes to being a great husband, there are a few days we need to remember: her birthday, Valentine’s Day, your wedding anniversary, and of course, Mother’s Day. I grew up watching my dad spend lots of money on purses, perfumes, and other...
The Power of Proximity in Fatherhood
Some dads think being present means just being around but your kids can feel the difference between being there and being close. In this episode, I talk about something simple that has a massive impact on your relationship with your children...
Enforce Your Word With Grace
If our kids don’t take our words seriously, it’s not because they’re stubborn. It’s because something is broken in how we communicate as dads. In this episode, I talk about what it really means to be a father of your word. Not just saying the right...
Practical Tips For Toddler Tantrums
Every father has faced it. The meltdown in public. The tears. The frustration. The moment when you feel your patience slipping and you just want the behavior to stop. In this episode, I share a moment I witnessed between a dad and his little...
Every Dad Would Die Would For Their Kid But Not Every Dad Will Live
Every dad would say, “I would die for my kid.” It sounds powerful. It sounds noble. And in many ways it is true. Most dads would step in front of danger without hesitation. But what about the everyday moments? The challenge is not simply being...
The Heart of Fatherhood: What No One Tells You
Have you ever poured yourself out for your family and wondered if anyone even noticed? As fathers, we work hard. We sacrifice. We provide. We protect. And if we are honest, there are days when we wish someone would simply say thank you. In this...
Forget ‘Good Dad’ — Aim for This Instead
Most dads want to be a good dad. But what if that’s the wrong goal? In this episode, I challenge one of the most common and most misleading pursuits in fatherhood. Because being a “good dad” isn’t determined by how much we provide, how hard we work...