15 Minutes with Dad: Emotional Presence, Co-Parenting & Father's Growth

5 Reasons to Meet Your Own Needs


Listen Later

Send us a text

What if the secret to becoming the father your children need... starts with how well you care for yourself?

In this transformative parenting episode of 15 Minutes with Dad, host Lirec Williams explores the powerful link between self-care and thriving fatherhood. Guided by the wisdom of Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs, we shine a light on the often-overlooked essentials—quality sleep, proper nutrition, financial stability, and emotional well-being—that build the foundation for intentional parenting.

This isn’t about perfection. It’s about learning to lead from a place of wholeness, not depletion.

🧠 Inside this episode, you’ll discover:

  • How healthy habits improve not just your mood—but your relationships
  • The connection between mental health and long-term emotional resilience as a dad
  • Strategies to support financial and emotional stability without losing your identity
  • Why supportive communication and presence matter more than performance
  • How authentic connection transforms the way you show up for your kids, partner, and even co-parenting dynamics

We also talk about how small shifts in self-care routines create lasting ripple effects—leading to deeper father-child bonds, stronger romantic relationships, and more peaceful co-parenting environments.

🎯 Whether you're parenting in a two-parent household or navigating solo or blended family life, this episode offers real-life strategies to help you reclaim your energy, purpose, and presence.

💡 This is your invitation to stop surviving fatherhood—and start thriving in it.

📲 Subscribe to 15 Minutes with Dad and visit 15minuteswithdad.com for tools on mental wellness, co-parenting tips, parenting frameworks, and building a life of family empowerment.

🎧 Tune in and choose one area to improve this week. Because small shifts in your well-being can create big shifts in your legacy.

Support the show

Stay Connected with 15 Minutes with Dad:

🌐 Website: Explore additional resources and updates on our healing journey at 15MinuteswithDad.com.

📱 Follow us on Social Media:

  • Instagram: @15minuteswithdad
  • Facebook: 15 Minutes with Dad
  • TikTok: @15minuteswithdad

Host

  • Instagram: @ToldbyLirec
  • Facebook: @ToldbyLirec
  • TikTok:@ToldbyLirec

✉️ Subscribe and Share: Receive the latest episodes directly in your inbox by subscribing on our website. Don't forget to share your thoughts and experiences with the community!

🎧 Listen on Your Favorite Platforms: Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Anchor, and more.

Thank you for joining us on this transformative journey! Together, we're breaking barriers and fostering a community of healing.




Buy 15 Minutes with Dad Merchandise -

Donate to 15 Minutes with Dad so...

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

15 Minutes with Dad: Emotional Presence, Co-Parenting & Father's GrowthBy Lirec Williams | Parenting & Leadership Expert