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Summary

In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, Jey and Bryant discuss their experiences as fathers and the joys and challenges of raising their children. Both fathers emphasize the importance of instilling independence and self-confidence in their children, as well as maintaining open lines of communication. The conversation explores the importance of teaching children to navigate real-life situations and make choices. It emphasizes the need to let children experience the consequences of their actions and learn from them. In this conversation, Bryant discusses his personal experiences with mental and emotional health issues, specifically depression and ADHD. He talks about the pressure to be the 'rock' for his family and the challenges of balancing his own needs with the expectations placed on him as a father and husband.

Quotes of the Year:

"Know who you are and take pride in who you are."

"Nobody's perfect, so if you're not perfect, what was it? Brett Atomic Havoc years ago, like when it first came out. And one of his things was don't miss twice."

"She's one of my best friends. I love her to death. I couldn't do life without her."

"It's not that deep, bro."

"The first time I got a bro from both of my girls was just... It stopped me in my tracks of bro."

"If you get hit by your sister and you don't hit yourself back, then you're gonna keep getting pumped."

"I want to do something for me but I can't because I have to be there for them"

"We either don't want to because it makes us feel weak or like it somehow makes us seem less"

"Showing my kids that I can have bad days is huge"

Chapters

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:44 Getting Dogs and Their Impact

05:12 Personal Dog Stories

08:16 Fatherhood Journey and Parenting Approach

15:41 Dealing with Challenges in Parenting

23:18 Growing Up with Kids and Their Personalities

26:14 Teaching Kids Real-Life Lessons

31:39 Empathy and Communication Skills

36:22 Balancing Independence and Admitting Mistakes

37:17 Teaching Independence to Younger Siblings

38:20 The Power of Choices

39:07 Understanding Consequences of Choices

40:06 Making Choices in Relationships

41:02 Modeling Behavior for Children

41:29 The Impact of Parental Behavior on Children

41:58 The Importance of Being Present

43:24 Appreciating the Beauty of Real Life

44:22 Finding Joy in the Mundane

45:42 The Wonder of Everyday Moments

46:59 Losing Touch with the Beauty of Life

48:53 The Importance of Being Present as a Father

50:47 Struggles with Depression and ADHD

52:23 The Pressure of Being a Provider

53:30 The Burden of Worrying About the Future

54:57 The Stigma Around Seeking Mental Health Help

56:58 The Importance of Talking About Mental Health

58:39 The Challenges of ADHD

01:00:08 You Are Not Alone in Your Struggles

01:01:33 Finding Joy in the Little Things

01:16:34 Basketball Court in the Airport

01:17:02 Engaging with Other Dads and Parents

01:18:13 Sharing the Basketball Court Discovery

01:19:01 Excitement for Upcoming Events

01:19:39 Celebrities in Indianapolis

01:20:22 Indianapolis: A Small City Feel

01:20:46 Closing Remarks

Find more of Bryant and all the things Indy: @theindydad on Instagram

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