How To Be A Better, More Present Father (& Not Get DAD-BOD!) with John Schott

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Apr 30, 2026

John Schott, bodyworker and founder of the Conscious Dad Protocol, blends fascia work and recovery with ancestral and modern tactics to help fathers. He discusses why dads feel depleted, simple morning and transition routines to restore energy, quick physical practices to shift presence, and building family food and movement cultures.

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ANECDOTE

Walker Bodywork At Miami Finish Line

Ben recounts John using a walker and unusual bodywork at a Miami finish line that deeply impressed him.
John used the walker as leverage to dig with his feet through calves and hamstrings during a deep bodywork session on Ben.

ANECDOTE

Traffic Breakdown That Sparked The Conscious Dad

John Schott screamed and cried in traffic after realizing he was emotionally depleted and disconnected from his daughter.
That breakdown led him to prioritize self-care and create structures so fathers aren't only taking care of everyone else.

INSIGHT

Fatherhood Suffers From Missing Ancestral Lineage

Modern fathers lack ancestral male mentorship and structured lineage, creating gaps in skills and emotional support.
John notes many men learned basics like driving or shaving from peers, not fathers, making community support essential.

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Full Show Notes: https://bengreenfieldlife.com/dadprotocol

What does it take to show up as a strong, present, and resilient father in a world that gives most men no clear blueprint?

In this episode with John Schott, you’ll explore why so many dads feel depleted, distracted, and unsupported, and how that ties directly to poor recovery, low energy, and lack of structure. You’ll also discover how simple systems built around circadian rhythms, movement, hydration, and family routines can restore your physical edge while improving patience, focus, and leadership at home. This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice, exploring what truly shapes a man's identity and why the way he shows up as a father and leader ripples into his family and our broader culture.

John Schott is a bodyworker, wellness practitioner, and founder of the Conscious Dad Protocol, a system designed to help men optimize their physical health, emotional resilience, and leadership within the family unit. With years of experience in fascia work, recovery techniques, and holistic living, John combines ancestral principles with modern strategies to create practical systems that support both performance and presence.

Through his work, he focuses on helping fathers build stronger bodies, clearer minds, and deeper connections with their families while navigating the demands of modern life.

👉Want more energy, presence, and control as a dad?

You can join the next Conscious Dad Protocol cohort here.

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