The Motivation Lie Your Parents Told You

The Motivation Lie Your Parents Told You

How many times have you been stuck waiting for that magical lightning bolt of motivation to finally get things done? I know I have, countless times.

But here’s the truth I’ve learned, and it’s what I want to share with you today: motivation is a lie we tell ourselves.

In this episode, I’m laying it all out. I’m not waiting for some feeling to strike me before I tackle what needs to be done, and neither should you. Real change, the kind that sticks, starts with action–whether you feel like it or not.

I’ll be sharing some of my own struggles and the practical steps I’ve taken to break free from this motivation trap. For me, it became about more than just my own goals; it was about showing up as the dad my kids deserve. That intention, that commitment to them, became the real kickstarter.

Larry Hagner – Why Most New Years Resolutions Fail

Larry Hagner – Why Most New Years Resolutions Fail

Today, in this week’s Friday Fatherly Fumbles, First Downs, and Field Goals, Larry Hagner tackles the crucial topic of New Year’s resolutions, revealing why only 9% of people achieve their goals while 80% abandon them by February. Through compelling statistics and real-world examples, he explains how specific goal-setting with clear deadlines can dramatically improve success rates from the typical single-digit percentages to 50%.

Conor Gallagher – Create a Stable Family Vision

Conor Gallagher – Create a Stable Family Vision

Conor Gallagher is an accomplished CEO, author, public speaker, and board member with extensive experience in both for-profit and non-profit sectors. He is the founder of Well-Ordered Family and CEO of multiple businesses including Good Will Publishers and TAN Books. Conor serves as the executive director of the Benedict Leadership Institute at Belmont Abbey College and sits on the Board of Trustees. His published works include “If Aristotle’s Kid Had an iPod,” “Still Amidst the Storm,” and “Well-Ordered Family,” among others, focusing on parenting, personal growth, and family life.

Jon Acuff – Navigating From Comfort to Chaos to Potential

Jon Acuff – Navigating From Comfort to Chaos to Potential

Jon Acuff is the New York Times bestselling author of nine books, including his most recent, “All It Takes is a Goal”. For over 20 years he’s also helped some of the biggest brands tell their story, including The Home Depot, Bose, and Staples. His fresh perspective on life has given him the opportunity to write for Reader’s Digest, Fast Company, The Harvard Business Review and Time Magazine.