Steering Kids Away from the Shiny Objects: Fatherhood, Discipline & Life Lessons
From Call With Dads by Gremlin Publishing
May 18, 2026 · 51 min · Episode 73
About this episode
The episode discusses how fathers can guide their children away from harmful distractions and build trust through discipline and love.
In this raw and honest episode of Call with Dads, E.a. Maynard and Dad Mode Activated open up about their own past struggles with partying, poor choices, and “shiny objects” that once distracted them. They discuss how fathers can actively guide their children away from harmful temptations, build real trust, balance firm discipline with love, and break negative cycles. Packed with practical parenting wisdom, personal redemption stories, and actionable advice every dad can use. Summary of the Discussion: https://callwithdads.com/why-dads-must-steer-their-kids-away-from-the-shiny-objects-hard-won-lessons-from-two-real-fathers/ Hosts E.a. Maynard Dad Mode Activated Resources Mentioned The Andy Griffith Show – The “shiny object” lesson with Andy and Opie Call with Dads website & merchandise Dad Mode Activated YouTube channel & Instagram Connect With Us Dad Mode Activated: YouTube & Instagram @dadmodeactivated E.a. Maynard / Call with Dads: YouTube, callwithdads.com Have a question for the hosts? Drop it below or hit us up via the site!
People in this episode
Hosts: E.a. Maynard, Dad Mode Activated
Topics covered
- fatherhood
- discipline
- parenting
- life lessons
- trust
- negative cycles
Keywords
- fatherhood
- parenting
- discipline
- trust
- life lessons
- shiny objects
- negative cycles
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Call with Dads, Dad Mode Activated
Books & works: The Andy Griffith Show
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