Dan Doty – Fatherhood Ready
Dan Doty is the founder of Fatherhood Unlocked and Fatherhood Ready, as well as the men’s work organization EVRYMAN. He is a leader in men’s personal development and fatherhood education, and his background includes wilderness therapy, teaching, and producing the hit show MeatEater. A three-time guest on the Joe Rogan Experience, he has been featured in major media outlets. Dan Doty is a writer, wilderness guide, and meditation teacher who speaks globally on masculinity and fatherhood.
Today, Dan Doty shares his personal journey and invaluable lessons learned in fatherhood. He recounts a transformative men’s retreat he attended with his own father, which led to an emotional breakthrough and a deeper understanding of their relationship. This experience highlights the importance of vulnerability and open communication in strengthening familial bonds, serving as a powerful example of how addressing unspoken emotions can heal and enrich father-son relationships.
The conversation explores the unique challenges and joys of parenting both sons and daughters. He emphasizes the importance of being emotionally available and present for all children, regardless of gender. Dan and Larry also delve into the broader implications of emotional intelligence in fatherhood, discussing how societal norms have often limited men’s emotional expression. They offer practical advice for fathers looking to develop their emotional skills, connect more deeply with their children, and create a supportive family environment where emotions are acknowledged and valued.
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Larry’s Takeaways
- Embrace emotional connection with your children.
- Understand your father’s human side.
- Balance love and anger in relationships.
What You’ll Learn
00:01:30 – Guest Introduction: Dan Doty
00:03:00 – Dan’s Background and Wilderness Guiding
00:05:00 – Dan’s Football and Hunting Experiences
00:07:10 – Relationship with His Dad
00:10:30 – Martial Arts Journey and Support from Dad
00:13:30 – Current Relationship with His Dad
00:16:30 – Powerful Retreat Experience with His Dad
00:20:30 – Impact of Wilderness Therapy on Dan
00:24:00 – Healing Conversations with Fathers
00:28:00 – The Yin and Yang of Father-Son Relationships
00:33:00 – Understanding Fathers as Human Beings
00:37:00 – Parenting Boys vs. Parenting a Daughter
00:41:00 – Emotional Connection and Empathy
00:45:00 – Men’s Discomfort with Emotions
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