DADHOOD
DADHOOD is a global conversation about what it really means to become a dad, a man, and a human being in today’s world.
Hosted by Thomas McMinn each episode explores the stories, struggles, and breakthroughs that shape the journey of modern fatherhood.
Through honest conversations with fathers, creators, and thinkers from around the world, we unpack the lessons behind love, growth, identity, and legacy.
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It’s for the men rewriting the story of what fatherhood can look like — with vulnerability, purpose, and heart.
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The Emotions We Never Learned: What Fathers Pass Down
In this episode, Thomas McMinn discusses the often uncomfortable topic of emotions, particularly focusing on how men are typically not taught to manage their emotions. He emphasizes the importance of emotional awareness, regulation, and communication, and how these factors contribute to the emotional legacy that fathers pass on to their children. Through personal anecdotes and insights, he encourages men to break the cycle of emotional suppression and to create a nurturing environment for their children to express their feelings.
takeaways
- Men do know how to feel; they just weren't taught how to express it.
- Emotional awareness and regulation are crucial for personal growth.
- Creating a safe space for children to express emotions is essential.
- Boys often receive fewer emotional conversations than girls.
- Anger is a secondary emotion that often masks deeper feelings.
- Vulnerability is often misperceived as weakness.
- Children learn emotional responses from their parents' behavior.
- Breaking the cycle of emotional suppression is vital for future generations.
- Legacy is not just financial; it's emotional connection and support.
- Most men are not emotionally unavailable; they are emotionally untrained.
Chapters
00:00
Understanding Emotions in Men
02:52
The Emotional Legacy We Leave
05:41
The Importance of Emotional Conversations
08:48
Breaking the Cycle of Emotional Suppression
11:38
Vulnerability and Communication
14:24
Teaching Emotional Regulation to Our Children
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