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Being a Dad on Purpose: Setting Clear Expectations

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David Bauer shares his insights and experiences on how to give your kids the best opportunity to be successful. He emphasizes the importance of being a dad on purpose and setting clear expectations for your children.


  1. He talks about the strategies he used to encourage independence and resilience in his children, such as giving them a budget for clothes and teaching them to manage their own finances.
  2. He also highlights the significance of routine and consistency in parenting. Despite having demanding careers, he advises fathers to make the most of the time they have with their children and be actively involved in their lives.
  3. The conversation explores the importance of teaching children decision-making skills and allowing them to make their own choices. It emphasizes the need for parents to set expectations and rituals from an early age to create a supportive and nurturing environment.
  4. The speakers also discuss the challenges of raising boys and the importance of admitting mistakes and learning from them.
  5. They highlight the significance of being intentional in parenting and fostering a sense of trust and communication with children.


      6. Chapters

      00:00 Introduction and Sponsorship

      03:04 Being a Dad on Purpose: Setting Clear Expectations

      08:16 Encouraging Independence and Resilience in Children.

      12:44 The Power of Routine and Consistency in Parenting

      22:52 Meaningful Activities and Conversations with Your Children

      31:08 Teaching Decision-Making Skills

      37:55 Navigating the Challenges of Parenting Daughters

      45:24 Learning from Parenting Mistakes

      51:59 Creating a Supportive and Nurturing Home Environment


      Dad On Purpose: Intentionally Raising Your Children Link:

      https://a.co/d/05RaaK5g

      https://www.dadonpurpose.org/

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