216: How to Become a Better Dad Before You Damage Your Kids

About this episode

In this episode, Jeff Zaugg discusses how to be a more intentional and present father.

Website: https://www.dadawesome.org/ In this episode, I sit down with Jeff Zaugg, host of the Dad Awesome podcast and author of Dad Awesome, to talk about what it really takes to become an intentional, healthy, and present father. Jeff shares the story behind his new book, the lessons he has learned from years of conversations on fatherhood, and why every dad needs more than good intentions to lead his family well. We talk honestly about the moments we have missed it as dads, the anger, pai...

People in this episode

Host: BraveCo

Guest: Jeff Zaugg

Topics covered

• fatherhood
• parenting
• intentional living
• family leadership
• personal growth

Keywords

• fatherhood
• intentional father
• parenting advice
• family
• personal development

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dad Awesome

Books & works: Dad Awesome

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