Embracing the Parenting Journey
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Embracing the Parenting Journey

ByLarry Hagner

As men, we often feel alone on our journeys—especially when it comes to parenting. Today’s guest is Dad Edge Alliance member, Simon. He talks about how when his wife got pregnant he didn’t want to have a boy because it would force him to confront issues he didn’t want to deal with. The thought of becoming a parent baffled him, but once his son was born he realized that shedding his former self and embracing the parenting journey came naturally.

When a Father Commits Suicide

When a Father Commits Suicide

ByLarry Hagner

Children whose father’s commit suicide have a 50/50 chance of being suicidal themselves. Today’s guest is Adam Schafer. He is a host on Mind Pump, one of the biggest podcasts on iTunes. Adam is not a dad, but he was the son of a father who committed suicide. Adam was seven years old when his dad shot himself, and the tragedy created a shock wave that still reverberates in his life today.

The Dangers of Perfection
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The Dangers of Perfection

ByLarry Hagner

Do you go at life alone? If you’re like 99% of the men out there, you probably are. Most men bear the weight of the world on their shoulders and tell everyone who asks that they’re “good” and “fine”. They don’t want to ask for advice or help because their afraid of looking weak.

But the dangers of perfection are real and the stress that accumulates from internalizing our fears and worries seeps into everything we do as men, husbands, and fathers.

Thursday Throwdown is our short show with everyday, relatable dads. Today we have Dad Edge Alliance member Brian Auten on to share his experience.

The Power in Sharing Your Struggle
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The Power in Sharing Your Struggle

ByLarry Hagner

Henry David Thoreau wrote, “the mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation.” This was in 1854, but now it is truer than ever before. Today, I have John Bauer on the show to talk about the power in sharing your struggle. He tells us why men are afraid to connect and talk about their problems. He also reveals how getting over that fear and sharing your challenges with others helps you finally leave the life of quiet desperation behind!