The Dad Edge Podcast

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and JMack as they bring men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Our society is obsessed with early achievement. We want our kids to become incredible athletes, advanced students, and high-earners. We have a tendency to compare them with their peers and if they aren't at the same level, we worry that they won't succeed. Our guest is Richard Karlgaard. He's a journalist, award-winning entrepreneur, and speaker. He is the author of bestselling book, Late Bloomers: The Power of Patience in a World Obsessed with Early Achievement. He talks about how today's kids are under huge pressure to perform and feel like failures if they don't meet society's expectations. This coincides with a 70% rise in depression and anxiety in teenagers in the past 25 years. It's natural for every parent to wish the best for their child's future, but Richard Karlgaard explains how kids develop in different ways at different ages. He teaches us how to meet our kids where they are and give them space to grow. He also tells us how allowing them to find their way later in life can be an advantage to long-term achievement and happiness. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/222. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

We're just beginning to understand the impact of the internet and smartphones on society. Our time and attention are sucked away, and we look at a screen instead of our real lives. Energy for valuable activities is drained from us and we have nothing left for creative thinking. The long-term effects technology has on our kids' wellbeing and development is even more alarming, leading to mental health issues and addictive behavior. Today we have a fascinating conversation with our previous guest, Cal Newport, the author of Digital Minimalism who answers questions live in our Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind. These are answers every parent needs to hear. Don't miss this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday165. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and JMack as they bring men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Most men are motivated by the same thing, and it's the wrong thing—fear. We run away from the life we don't want, struggling to avoid discomfort and scarcity. We are under constant stress and have nothing left for ourselves. But fear is a bad motivator. We can only run so far and so fast before we become depleted and burned out. Today I have an amazing guest who is no stranger to the spotlight. Tommy Baker is the host of Resist Average Podcast and helps dreamers create the lives they truly desire. He is the author of three bestselling books, and his most recent release, The Leap of Your Life, is about how we can resist average and make bold decisions toward the dreams that scare us. Tommy talks about the myth of clarity, leveraging regret, and taking action despite never feeling ready. If you're in survival mode or in a comfortable but boring rut, this show will change your trajectory! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/221. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

All marriages have highs and lows, but what happens when things never seem to get better? Have you tried to do everything you think is right, but nothing seems to be working? Communication with your wife has broken down. Resentment grows, walls build up, and you look at your spouse and wonder, what happened to us? Today we have everyday dad and husband, Ryan on the show. He is the thirty-five-year-old father of three and has a fourth child on the way. His marriage fell into a slump, and he knew he couldn't just leave it on auto-pilot. He joined The Dad Edge Alliance, and in talking with the other members, learned that the marriage problems he had were extremely common and fixable. Ryan shares what he's learned to take his marriage from "fine" to on fire, and one communication tip that will totally shifted the way his marriage works. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday164. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and JMack as they bring men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.

Today we're going to focus in on our marriages. Tony and Alisa DiLorenzo are the hosts of the One Extraordinary Marriage podcast, which has been running for nine years strong. They are also the co-authors of the Amazon best seller, 7 Days of Sex Challenge. When you listen to their actionable advice, you'll understand how they've helped people from all over the world transform their relationships with their spouses. In this show, John and Alisa talk about: How to become a proactive instead of reactive participant in your marriage Why you need to take divorce off the table and go "all in" How to approach your spouse with appreciation, not expectation How to begin difficult conversations about raising kids, sex, and finances What their 7 Days of Sex Challenge is all about and how it will make your marriage extraordinary Learn the principles of keeping your marriage passionate, alive, and flourishing! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/220. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

Today, more parents are raising kids with anxiety, depression, and OCD but have no idea how to cope. Judging by the downloads on our shows about anxiety and depression in kids, this topic is in high demand. Unfortunately, the stigma that still surrounds mental health issues prevents parents from talking about them. The truth is, many mental health issues are part of physiological problems that are beyond a child's control. We need to educate ourselves as parents and help our children walk through their fear and manage their feelings. That is why today we have an exclusive Dad Edge Alliance Q&A with child therapist, Natasha Daniels. In this show, you will hear everyday dads talk about the real struggles they have with their kids in ages ranging from toddler to teenagers. Natasha Daniels answers questions about different behaviors including panic attacks, strange phobias, and drug abuse. Find out how to help kids with anxiety and depression and what signs to look out for in this episode! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday163. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance.

This episode was recorded live in the Dad Edge Alliance Mastermind community. We've turned this into a live radio show and it's awesome! Join Larry and JMack as they bring men from The Alliance LIVE and take their questions.