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130: The Active Dad Movement with Modd Torrance
In this episode of the Modern Man Podcast, Ted Phaeton speaks with Modd Torrance, founder of Active Dad, about the importance of community and support among fathers. They discuss the challenges and joys of fatherhood, the significance of fitness, and the need for vulnerability in male relationships. Modd shares his journey of creating a space for dads to connect, learn, and grow together, emphasizing the impact of shared experiences and the importance of affirming one another in their roles as fathers.
Takeaways
- Active Dad was founded to create a community for fathers.
- Fatherhood lacks support systems compared to motherhood.
- Building relationships with other dads is crucial.
- Fitness provides clarity and mental health benefits.
- New fathers should give themselves grace and adjust their plans.
- Involving kids in fitness promotes active lifestyles.
- Community helps fathers feel less isolated.
- Vulnerability is key to forming strong male bonds.
- Life is too short; pursue your purpose.
- Affirmation among fathers can significantly impact their confidence.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Active Fatherhood 02:29 The Birth of Active Dad 05:02 Impact of Active Dad on Fatherhood 07:29 Building Community Among Dads 10:00 The Importance of Vulnerability 12:43 Fitness as a Foundation for Fatherhood 15:54 Advice for New Fathers 18:11 Encouraging Active Lifestyles for Kids 22:18 Surprising Revelations in Fatherhood 26:31 Living a Purposeful Life 39:03 Connecting with the Active Dad Community 40:30 Lessons from Loss and Life's ImpermanenceModd’s Links:
Website: www.theactivedad.com
Instagram: _activedad
LinkTree: Rleetorrance
Merch: https://the-active-dad-brand.myshopify.com/Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook
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By Ted Phaeton, The Radcast Network
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In this episode of the Modern Man Podcast, Ted Phaeton speaks with Modd Torrance, founder of Active Dad, about the importance of community and support among fathers. They discuss the challenges and joys of fatherhood, the significance of fitness, and the need for vulnerability in male relationships. Modd shares his journey of creating a space for dads to connect, learn, and grow together, emphasizing the impact of shared experiences and the importance of affirming one another in their roles as fathers.
Takeaways
- Active Dad was founded to create a community for fathers.
- Fatherhood lacks support systems compared to motherhood.
- Building relationships with other dads is crucial.
- Fitness provides clarity and mental health benefits.
- New fathers should give themselves grace and adjust their plans.
- Involving kids in fitness promotes active lifestyles.
- Community helps fathers feel less isolated.
- Vulnerability is key to forming strong male bonds.
- Life is too short; pursue your purpose.
- Affirmation among fathers can significantly impact their confidence.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Active Fatherhood 02:29 The Birth of Active Dad 05:02 Impact of Active Dad on Fatherhood 07:29 Building Community Among Dads 10:00 The Importance of Vulnerability 12:43 Fitness as a Foundation for Fatherhood 15:54 Advice for New Fathers 18:11 Encouraging Active Lifestyles for Kids 22:18 Surprising Revelations in Fatherhood 26:31 Living a Purposeful Life 39:03 Connecting with the Active Dad Community 40:30 Lessons from Loss and Life's ImpermanenceModd’s Links:
Website: www.theactivedad.com
Instagram: _activedad
LinkTree: Rleetorrance
Merch: https://the-active-dad-brand.myshopify.com/Free eBook Here: Mastering Self-Development: Strategies of the New Masculine: https://rebrand.ly/m2ebook
⚔️JOIN THE NOBLE KNIGHTS MASTERMIND⚔️
https://themodernmanpodcast.com/thenobleknights
🤝CONNECT WITH THE MODERN MAN🤝
Visit our website: themodernmanshow.com
Follow us on Twitter: TheModernMan8
Follow us on Instagram: @TheModernManShow
Subscribe to our YouTube channel: The Modern Man
See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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