151: Cheerleader and Coach: The Role of Fathers in Child Development- JB

"Everyone needs a cheerleader. Everyone needs a pep. Everyone needs a hype man."
"The one thing that they will never get tired of is your presence."
"They will never get tired of is your presence."
"They have wings that are built to withstand the gravity."
"Failure is a good thing."
"Our kids have the wings to withstand the gravity."

In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, Jey and Justin discuss the importance of being a cheerleader and coach for your children. They emphasize the need for fathers to be present and supportive, cheering on their kids in everything they do. They also talk about the fleeting nature of time and the importance of cherishing every moment with your children. Justin shares the lessons he has learned as a father, including the importance of apologizing to your kids and being transparent with them. They discuss the impact of parenting on children's development and the need for parents to be real and authentic with their kids. In this conversation, Justin B and Jey discuss the importance of allowing children to make mistakes and learn from them. They emphasize the need for parents to support their children's growth and development while also giving them the freedom to explore and fail. They share personal stories and insights about parenting, including the impact of their own childhood experiences on their parenting styles. They also discuss the importance of healing past traumas and generational patterns to create a better future for their children. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of love, trust, and transparency in parenting.

Takeaways
Fathers should be both cheerleaders and coaches for their children, supporting and guiding them in their pursuits.Time with your children goes by quickly, so it's important to cherish every moment and appreciate the progress and process along the way.Apologizing to your kids and being transparent with them helps build trust and teaches them the importance of taking responsibility for their actions.Being real and authentic with your kids is crucial for their development and helps them navigate the challenges of the world.Parents should prioritize being present and giving their children the opportunity to grow and learn. Allowing children to make mistakes and learn from them is crucial for their growth and development.Parents should provide support and guidance while also giving their children the freedom to explore and fail.Healing past traumas and generational patterns is important for creating a better future for children.Love, trust, and transparency are essential in parenting.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Welcoming the Guest
02:31 Being a Supportive Father
07:21 Cheerleading and Coaching Children
12:16 Cherishing the Moments as Children Grow Up
24:21 Lessons Learned from 20 Years of Fatherhood
28:37 The Impact of Parenting on Gen Z
38:04 The Desire to Support Children
40:52 Helicopter Parenting vs. Allowing Growth
43:31 The Importance of Failure
46:11 Personal Story: Healing from Trauma
49:25 Breaking the Cycle of Generational Trauma
51:47 The Resources Available to Millennial Parents
54:25 Healing Past Wounds
56:10 Becoming a Father Without a Father Figure
58:31 Healing Childhood Trauma
01:07:09 Advice for New Parents
01:10:10 Where to Find More of Justin B

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