Recently, I was meeting with a dad who has been working on being a better version of himself around his children. He had strung together a few good days in a row, working and implementing some better and intentional practices, but then he had a bad day. He blew it, and he was not sure
When a child is grappling with a difficult decision or a challenging situation, the instinctual response of many parents is to give advice or solutions. While this well-intentioned impulse stems from a desire to protect and guide, it inadvertently can hinder a child’s ability to develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and self-reliance. Instead, a more
The internet, parenting magazines and well-meaning advice from family and friends often overwhelm parents with seemingly endless streams of dos and don’ts. From strict parenting styles to permissive ones, the spectrum of approaches actually can blur the vision of what you will and will not do to raise your children to be the best version
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Here are six key strategies fathers can implement to create a happy and safe home for their children.
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Consider this outline and structure when trying produce a quality family meeting that is meaningful and life-giving for you and your children.
Who do you go to for parenting advice? A friend who is also raising children about the same age as yours? A grandparent? When I was first parenting back in the ’90s, my small group would devour hours of parenting videos or read the most recent books, looking for wisdom on how to do this
We’re called to raise our children in the training and instruction of the Lord (Eph. 6:4). How can we do this in such a way that their faith becomes their own? I was recently on a mission trip with 15 students to a central American country. They were great kids, and, for the most part,
The modern-day father often faces complex pressures and responsibilities that can hinder his ability to be fully present for his family. Balancing career demands, personal aspirations, and the evolving roles of parenthood can create significant challenges to him being fulfilled and confident in his role in the family. This could make him feel as if he is falling
Many thanks to Joseph Gagliano and Pat McCalla for inviting me to appear on “No Grey Areas,” a motivational podcast focused on helping people understand how our choices “humanize, empower and define who we become.” You can tap into some fantastic resources and learn more about the truth of Joseph’s story — and one of
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We dads play a crucial role in shaping our children’s lives, and the bad habits we live out every day, especially ones we aren’t aware of, can negatively impact them in many ways. Children learn by observing and imitating the adults around them, especially their fathers. If a dad exhibits habits, such as anger, pessimism, or
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