When I think about the kind of parent I want to be, I often think about my dad—steady, grounding, and always there. His quiet consistency has shaped so much of how I show up for my own children. And that’s why Glen Henry’s new book, Father Yourself First: Everything You Need to Become the Father Your Family Deserves, caught my attention.

Even though Glen wrote this book for fathers, the message is one every parent needs: to be a steady presence for our children, we first have to become our own source of stability. This conversation will help you see your partner—and yourself—with more empathy. It’s an honest, funny look at what happens when we slow down, let each other learn, and create a home where everyone is growing.

Plus, you’ll also hear:

💜 Why I couldn’t stop laughing when Ryan pointed out that every light in the house was on.

💜 How inviting others to see your family’s real life can be one of the most meaningful ways to lead.

💜 What weight-lifting has to do with empathy—and why partnership in parenting might take more muscle than you think.

Listen in for wisdom, warmth, and a few good laughs as Glen shares what it really means to “father yourself first.”

For full show notes, including takeaways, click here.

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