Gentle Parenting Doesn’t Work!

We all crave wisdom from those who’ve walked the path before us. Today, I’m sitting down with Uncle AJ — a man whose journey spans continents, generations, and profound lessons in resilience, family, and integrity.

Born in Kenya, raised in the UK, and now living in Dubai, Uncle AJ’s story is one of adaptation, sacrifice, and deep-rooted values passed down from his parents. His father, a man who built everything from scratch, believed in two things: discipline and generosity. It’s these principles that shaped Uncle AJ’s approach to life, parenting, and everything in between.

We explore what it was like growing up as the only child of colour in a predominantly white neighbourhood, how his father’s work ethic built a family legacy, and why discipline doesn’t need to be harsh to be effective. The real beauty of this conversation is how seamlessly Uncle AJ weaves his experiences into timeless lessons for raising humans.

He also shares the powerful story of his father’s final days, the wisdom he left behind, and how those words still guide him today. For anyone trying to navigate parenting, family, or just being a good human, this episode is pure gold.

This conversation will stay with you. It’s packed with wisdom that cuts through the noise of modern life and focuses on what truly matters.

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Timestamps:

00:00 – Coming Up
01:22 – Meet Uncle AJ
02:17 – Who Is Uncle AJ?
03:32 – Growing Up in the UK
08:57 – Bond with My Brothers
13:12 – How We Stayed Close as Siblings
15:48 – The Man Who Raised Me (My Father)
25:53 – My Favourite Memory of Dad
27:29 – What My Childhood Taught Me
33:56 – The Strength of My Mother
38:09 – Becoming a Father
48:20 – Did I Push My Kids in School?
50:50 – Advice to New Parents
53:01 – Final Message to My Children

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Who is Uncle AJ (Mohamed Ajmal)? 

Mohamed Ajmal Bhatti is a veteran leader with over 30 years of experience in sales management, business development, and operational leadership across the UK and Middle East. As the Head of Contract Management MEA and Country Director for Nokia, he excels in strategy, procurement, and managing high-value projects.

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