Dad Central: A Parenting Podcast To Reduce Stress & Build Confidence In Fatherhood

This episode of The Dad Central Show explores a common challenge dads face - learning to balance all the demands on your time and energy.

Most dads want to be successful, enjoy their family and take care of their health, but it often feels like we're not able to balance them all. When that happens, we can struggle. That struggle looks different for each dad, but common challenges include becoming impatient, insensitive, demanding, irritable, angry or withdrawn. How can you balance all the demands, expecially when life gets crazy and not have that happen? And if you can't balance them all, then what? Are you destined for a life of misery or sacrifice?

The answer is no. You can achieve success, enjoy your family and be healthy all at the same time. It just takes having the right mindset and learning some skills along the way. In this replay of a webinar we hosted in 2021, three dads talk about this topic and share their insights and practical steps to find their balance.

After listening you'll know:

• Why 'achieving balance' is actually the wrong goal
• What is most important for managing extreme demands and staying sane
• Why creating time and space for the unplanned might be the most valuable part of your calendar
• How to get support when life feels out of control

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

Since Covid hit, screen time for children has gone way up. With increased remote learning, use of video chats to stay connected, growing numbers of social media platforms and the rise of live streaming technology, children are online and using their digital devices more than ever.

In this climate, increased time online also means increased risks for your children.

Many dads feel overwhelmed when it comes to technology use and their children. In today's digital world, it's only gotten harder. Dad Central wants to help you, and we've assembled a panel of experts to simplify and clarify the most important steps dads need to take now. This discussion provides insight and free resources to help dads:

• Understand the risks children face online
• Talk to children about digital safety
• Set boundaries on screen use without causing "armageddon" in the home
• Use parental control features and software to help keep children safe online

Dads want to keep kids safe, and it has never been more important than now.

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

This week we speak with Larry Hagner, author and founder of the Dad Edge. Larry's podcast and community started in 2015 and has impacted thousands of men across the world.

But Larry had a very humbling beginning that could have derailed the rest of his life, had he let it. Larry is currently the father of four boys and married to his soulmate, Jessica for the past 18 years. When you hear about his early years, you see what it takes to face difficulty with courage and boldness.

From confronting the father who signed over parenting rights to exploring the skills needed to build and keep connection with his wife and kids, this conversation will inspire you to live legendary.

Key takeaways from this conversation:

• Forgiveness is a choice
• Focus on what you want and how to get there
• Skills are the foundation of building successful marriages and relationships

About Larry Hagner

I am the proud father of 4 energetic boys. The husband of my soul mate, Jessica for the past 18 years. Life isn't all sunshine and rainbows every day. However, I learned skills to optimize my life as a man, husband, and father. If you are a lifelong learner and you don't have this thing figured out…join me and let's continue to learn together!

Links for The Dad Edge

• Website: https://thedadedge.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheDadEdge
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thedadedge/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/thedadedge/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCyS9kQOWK-BOF2N2A3Sn8ag

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

In this conversation we speak with Ray Arata, the founder of The Better Man Conference and the author of two books for men. Ray's mission is help men live and lead from the heart in their personal lives.

Ray's also a father who experienced divorce but worked at improving his relationship with his kids. IN the conversation, he models vulnerability while sharing stories from his fatherhood journey. Ray's relationship with his own father has played an important part in his life – instilling principles of commitment, being a provider and donating his time to help others.

In the conversation we also learn about Ray's current struggle parenting his twenty-eight year old son that has experienced depression. He reflects on how this experience changed him as a father.

Through this great conversation we learn more about:

• Ray's fatherhood wakeup call that came while going through divorce
• What he thinks prevents fathers from showing up how they want to for their family
• The importance of having real relationship with other dads

Filled with authentic and powerful direction to be your best, this conversation will connect you to what matters most. Listen now to get inspired in your fatherhood journey.

About Ray Arata:

Ray Arata is the author of two books, Wake Up Man Up, Step Up: Transforming Your Wake Up Call to Emotional Health and Happiness and Showing Up: How Men Can Become Effective Allies in the Workplace.

As an expert in leadership, inclusion, allyship, and emotional literacy, professionals connect with Ray because he leads from his heart and practices what he teaches in his own businesses and personal life. He brings an extensive business background and more than 15,000 hours in leading men to develop emotional literacy. Through his keynote presentations, workshops, executive coaching and management training, he applies the same heart-based principles that have helped him to lead a thriving business and fulfilling personal life.

Links for Ray Arata:

• Website - https://www.rayarata.com
• Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/RayArataWrites/
• Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/rayarata/
• Twitter - https://twitter.com/RayArata
• Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ray.arata/
• The Better Man Conference - https://bettermanconference.com
• The Better Man Conference (Facebook) - https://www.facebook.com/BetterManConference
• Better Man Movement (Linkedin) - https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/better-man-conference/
• Better Man Movement (Twitter) - https://twitter.com/BetterManMvmt
• Better Man Movement (Instagram) - https://www.instagram.com/bettermanmvmt/

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

Today's episode is a replay of a very important webinar about helping dads overcome separation and divorce.

In a perfect world, we would all live happily ever after and parents would never split up.

In the real world, separation and divorce are common and many children do not live full-time with both biological parents. But parenting does not end after divorce or separation. We know that children of separated parents need good parenting.

We also know dads care deeply about being involved parents, but often have no support after separation. It's one of the most difficult transitions for men, often causing increased rates of mental health and suicide.

Designed to provide tangible actions, important principles and resources, this show features two divorced dads, Marcel Parent and Robin Choe, along with Dr. John Oliffe and Louise Leonardi, Executive DIrector of the Canadian Families and Corrections Network. They distill insights that will help dads:

• Find the right mindset to handle separation and divorce
• Identify the most important actions their kids need from them
• Work through conflict and positively co-parent or parent from a distance
• Learn about caring for themselves through separation
• Suggest trusted resources for support

Active and involved fathers make a significant difference in the lives of their kids. Dad, they need you even when it feels impossible.

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

In this conversation we talk with JT Tsui, a coach, leader, and host of "The Huddle" about his journey through fatherhood. JT's mission is to help others identify what is possible and then take action towards achieving it.

As we get into JT's experieinces he shares examples of loss, criticism, and judgement that held him back as a man and father. We explore the reality of the difficult relationship with his father and the impact it's had on him in recent years. For every challenge JT shares he offers stories of what's he's learned, and then distills proven practices that have helped him change his life.

From this conversation we see the results of taking deliberate and focussed action in the direction you want to go. JT talks about:

• Creating habits that served him, rather than hurt him
• Taking action in the direction you want to go vs falling victim to negative thinking
• The power of removing self-judgement and self-criticism from your life

If you've ever found yourself at a crossroads and weren't sure what to do, this conversation will give you practical steps to take in the right direction.

About JT Tsui

JT is a passionate and service-oriented Coaching Profesional with 20+ years of leadership and management experience in education, athletics and business. He is on a mission to show other people what is possible when you go "ALL IN" and truly bet on yourself.

Links for JT:

• Website: https://jttsui.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thinkingintogreatness
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/_jt_tsui
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jt_tsui/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jttsui/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXlT-LbhCzoVV49UlZ07IkA

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central:

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

In this conversation we talk to Cam Hall, Founder of Fight the Dad Bod and the Dads Making a Difference Podcast. Cam is a dad of two, husband, full time leader in education, and also built the Fight the Dad Bod brand while navigating his own personal challenges with image, identity, health and balancing life.

We explore Cam's journey through early fatherhood, creating his health and fitness brand, building a successful career in education, and the most recent health scare that helped him learn important lessons for whole life balance and health.

One of the critical aspects Cam brings to this conversation is authenticity and vulnerability. Through the conversation we see how comparison became a major distraction for him, the impact of stress on his health and relationship along with the importance of priorities.

Cam is a dad working hard to be his best, while also helping support others in the process. This conversation will provide listeners with:

• The importance of whole life health (mental, emotional and physical) vs just looking physically "fit"
• How discipline might be your most vital skill to balancing life and being a good dad
• The power of telling your kids stories from your past to connect with and inspire them

About Cam Hall

Cam believes that all Men are called to live Fit, Healthy, and Fulfilled lives with their families. That is why he started the Dads Making A Difference Mastermind, or DMD for short. The DMD equips fathers with the skills, practices, and accountability necessary to become active leaders, communicators, and participants in the lives of their families, and in the community around them.

Cam is committed to the vision of engaging men in their personal and professional development through a foundation of personal growth and accountability. The DMD challenges men to create a shared vision for their family and leads them in effectively mastering the 4 pillars of fatherhood: Family, Fitness, Faith, and Finance.

Cam is a loving husband to his bride Kim and is a father to his 2 young children. Professionally Cam is a professional educator, a trusted leadership advisor to online coaches and entrepreneurs, creator of Fight the Dad Bod, and leader of the Dads Making A Difference Mastermind.

Links for Cam Hall, Fight the Dad Bod and Dads Making a Difference:

• EMAIL: [email protected]
• WEBSITE: DMDMASTERMIND.COM
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Fightthedadbod/
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fightthedadbod/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx228rpVfRYooYMW-dSDqSQ

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

How do you deal with stress? Do you feel the weight of the world on your shoulders? Are you finding yourself feeling more anxious and irritated? Then this conversation will help!

In this episode we talk with Dr. Stuart Shanker, an expert on self-regulation. The ability to help ourselves manage the stresses of life are critical to your role as parents. Most people aren't aware of the many sources of stress or how stress is impacting them. It's also alarming to know that stress-related disorders are exploding in children of all ages – a fact that Dr. Shanker shares early in the conversation.

This conversation is a combination of fascinating science and personal stories that outline the importance of the parent-child relationship to support healthy self-regulation. After listening, dads will know:

• Why stress-related disorders are exploding in children of all ages
• What's the difference between self-regulation and self-control and why does this matter?
• The practical steps dads can take to help themselves and their children self-regulate

About Dr. Shanker

Dr. Stuart Shanker (D.Phil) is a Distinguished Research Professor Emeritus of Philosophy and Psychology, the Founder & Visionary of The MEHRIT Centre, Ltd., and Self-Reg Global Inc. One of his many books, "Calm, Alert and Learning: Classroom Strategies for Self-Regulation (2012)", is a top-selling educational publication in Canada. Self-Reg: How to Help Your Child (and You) Break the Stress Cycle and Successfully Engage With Life (2016), has garnered enthusiastic reviews and media attention throughout North America and has also been published in the United Kingdom, the United States, Poland, Germany, China, South Korea, Japan, the Netherlands, Georgia and the Czech Republic. His latest books are Self-Reg Schools: A Handbook for Educators (2019) and Reframed: Self-Reg for a Just Society (2020)

To learn more about the MEHRIT Centre and Dr. Shanker's resources:

• Self-Reg Learning Online Courses
• Shanker Self-Reg® Learning Hub
• TMC Free Resource Library

Links for the MEHRIT Centre

• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-MEHRIT-Centre-Ltd-1468085266753500/timeline/
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/self_reg
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/self_reg/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mehrit-centre-ltd-
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/TheMEHRITCentre

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

In this week's episode of the Dad Central Show we provide a replay of our most popular webinar from 2021 titled How to Stay Calm, Set Limits and Get Kids to Behave.

When kids misbehave or act out, yelling can sometimes feel like a very natural reaction. Research shows that not only is yelling at kids ineffective, but it can even have detrimental long-term effects on them. Despite our best intentions, calm parenting can sometimes be a real challenge to sustain.

This webinar featured peaceful parenting expert Sarah Rosensweet and fatherhood expert Brian Russell. Ed moderates a conversation that talks about the impact of yelling, how to manage ourselves and guide children to be healthy, positive and respectful.

As the conversation evolves Brian and Sarah speak from their personal and professional perspectives, distilling important themes about shame, fear, guilt and how that impacts us and our children. As you listen, you'll:

• Learn strategies to stay calm when kids misbehave
• Learn how to set positive limits for children to follow
• Learn to communicate clearly with children
• Get kids to listen and see them become happier

About Sarah Rosensweet

Sarah is a peaceful parenting coach and mom of 3 big kids (13, 16, and 19). Her and her husband have a great relationship with their kids. They genuinely enjoy each other's company. They are independent, respectful, kind, funny and self-motivated.

How did they get there? Peaceful parenting.

Peaceful parenting is an approach that uses kind, firm limits with lots of empathy. We're in charge but we give kids the support they need to meet our expectations. We emphasize connection and prioritize our relationship with our kids.

Because guess what? Our relationship is the most effective way we can influence our kids.

Links for Sarah:

• Website: https://www.sarahrosensweet.com/
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/peacefulparentingcoach
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/SarahRosensweet
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sarahrosensweet/

About Brian Russell

Brian Russell is a Christian counsellor and Registered Psychotherapist (Ontario) who focuses on conversations that encourage growth in personal understanding and faithful living in all our relationships.

• He is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a member of the Canadian Association for Marriage and Family Therapy.
• He is a Fatherhood Consultant for Dad Central Ontario.
• He has been married to Sheri since 1992 and they are blessed with three adult daughters

Link for Brian:

• Website: https://conversationsintruth.ca/

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.

In this epic conversation we hosted CBC Dragon, Vincenzo Guzzo. Right from the start, this "mega-boss" gets real about his early life, family experiences, relationship with his father, and the only thing he ever wanted for Christmas growing up.

This episode takes dads on an inside look through the Guzzo family story and how Vincenzo has created strong bonds through the ups and downs of building the family enterprise. He is open, candid, and very real about the parts of life that created some difficult moments but also enabled success. He shares stories about the relationship with his father, how divorce was a catalyst for him to be a better father, helping his kids learn important lessons, navigating the guilt of being a working parent, and so much more.

The energy, clarity, humour, honesty and passion he brings to this conversation makes it clear that he takes fatherhood as seriously as his business pursuits.

In this conversation you'll discover:

• Important Guzzo family principles that he instills in his kids
• Little known facts about the pain he experienced as a child
• The renewed relationship with his father and how other Dragon's helped him get there

About Vincenzo Guzzo

Vincenzo Guzzo aka Mr. Sunshine is a masterful entrepreneur with a diverse portfolio of businesses including multi-theatre chain Cinémas Guzzo (the largest chain of independent movie theatres in Québec with ten locations province wide), a streaming platform in development, restaurants, a construction company, an e-commerce gourmet food platform, and Mr Sunshine, his personal fashion brand. His role as a Dragon on CBC's wildly popular Dragons' Den gives Mr. Guzzo a platform to share personal insights and provide entrepreneurial guidance globally.

Links for CBC Dragon's Den and Vincenzo Guzzo

• Dragon's Den Season 17: https://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/episodes/season-17/episode-1-season-17
• Vincenzo Guzzo Dragon's Den Profile: https://www.cbc.ca/dragonsden/m_dragons/vincenzo-guzzoincenzo
• Mr Sunshine: https://www.mrsunshine.com/

About The Dad Central Show

Dads love to see their kids grow into confident and successful adults. The problem is most dads feel unsure how to get there and have nowhere to turn for help.

The Dad Central Show coaches you to be your best, while bringing out the best in your family.

Links for Dad Central

• Website: https://dadcentral.ca
• The Dad Central Show: https://dadcentral.ca/podcast/
• Facebook: https://facebook.com/dadcentral
• Twitter: https://twitter.com/dadcentral_ont
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadcentralontario
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/dadcentral/
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs2HyxB9nOLxyHvBMSo4TQQ

Contact us at [email protected]

The Dad Central Show is sponsored by Dove Men+Care. Dove Men+Care believes care is the best of a man, because when men care for themselves and others, there is a positive impact.