IF 96 - Building Confidence: A Father's Guide to Intentional Parenting at Every Age

What's your strategy for raising resilient children through every stage of life, from toddlers to young adults? Today's episode, we will be emphasizing the importance of intentional fatherhood, covering the formative years (0-7), emphasizing presence and core identity; the confidence years (8-14), focusing on praising effort over outcomes; and the launch years (15-22), guiding children towards independence and responsibility. Supported by scripture as well as scientific research, we will be highlighting the crucial role dads play in building their children's confidence, character, and purpose. Practical advice and personal stories provide insights on how fathers can effectively mentor and support their kids through life's different phases.

No matter what stage you're in as a dad, take a step toward intentionally leading with purpose and never stop investing into your family.

00:00 Introduction: Raising Resilient Kids
01:05 The Invested Fathers: Intentional Parenting
01:32 Understanding Different Parenting Stages
03:35 Stage 1: The Formative Years (0-7)
05:18 Stage 2: The Confidence Years (8-14)
08:41 Stage 3: The Launch Years (15-22)
11:36 Key Takeaways and Final Thoughts
12:51 Conclusion: Intentional Fatherhood

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