Bear Rinehart – Harmony at Home and On Stage

Bear Rinehart is an American singer, songwriter, and guitarist who is a founding member and lead singer of the rock band, Needtobreathe. In 2019, he announced the launch of a solo career under the name Wilder Woods. His debut solo album was released on Atlantic Records in August 2019.

Today, Bear Rinehart shares his journey through fatherhood, reflecting on the challenges he faced during his childhood and the lessons he’s learned along the way. With a career spanning over two decades, Bear Rinehart discusses balancing life on the road with his responsibilities as a husband and father to three boys.

Bear Rinehart delves into the inspiration behind Need to Breathe’s latest album, “Caves,” and the song “Fall On Me,” which touches on themes of fatherhood and unconditional love. He recounts the emotional experience of dropping his eldest son off at kindergarten and the realization that life is full of challenges. Bear also emphasizes the importance of creating a safe space for his children to share without fear of judgment, a philosophy that extends to his marriage and his approach to dealing with anxiety.

The conversation also explores Bear Rinehart’s tough childhood, including his experiences with bullying and being a preacher’s kid in a small town. He shares how these experiences shaped his worldview and approach to parenting, highlighting the importance of listening to his children and recognizing their individual needs. Bear discusses encouraging his boys to pursue their passions, the significance of ownership and accountability, and how his spiritual journey influences his approach to fatherhood and his career.

Larry’s Takeaways

1. Embrace vulnerability for deeper connections.
2. Surrender brings true freedom and growth.
3. Tailor parenting to each child’s needs.

What You’ll Learn

00:01:28 – Introduction

00:02:11 – Bear Reinhart’s New Album and Song

00:02:43 – Tough Childhood and Bullying

00:03:53 – Bear’s View as an Outsider

00:04:16 – Battle with Anxiety

00:05:08 – Building a Non-Anxious Life

00:06:39 – Bear’s Song “Fall On Me”

00:07:45 – Inspiration Behind “Fall On Me”

00:10:10 – Raising Three Boys

00:14:58 – Bear’s Faith Journey

00:18:25 – Staying Connected with His Sons

00:22:49 – Holding Kids to a Higher Standard

00:27:37 – Being Bold with Faith

Links

www.thedadedge.com/alliance

www.needtobreathe.com

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