Sense by Meg Faure

Episode 165 - Reflections on Fatherhood, Wise Words with Phil


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This Father's Day, Sense by Meg Faure welcomes a very special guest: Philip Faure, Meg's husband of 30 years. In this unique and heartfelt episode, Philip shares his candid reflections on the journey of fatherhood, from the overwhelming emotions of becoming a new dad in his mid-twenties to the wisdom gained over nearly three decades of parenting.

Meg and Philip discuss:

  • The New Dad Experience: The indescribable emotions, the sense of responsibility, and the initial chaos and sleep deprivation that comes with a newborn.
  • Supporting Your Partner & Navigating Change: How fathers can support their partners, the importance of a "village," and coping with the loss of personal freedom.
  • Secrets to a Strong Marriage: Prioritising the relationship through the challenging early years of parenthood, the significance of date nights, and modelling love and respect for children.
  • The Value of "Real" Education: Why learning at home, especially around the dinner table and in the car, is crucial for instilling values and life lessons.
  • "Wise Words with Phil": A lighthearted look at some of Philip's memorable, humorous advice that became a family tradition.
  • Repairing After Mistakes: The importance of allowing children (and parents) to make mistakes and how to repair and learn from them.
  • The Unique Role of Fathers: How dads bring a different perspective and strength to parenting, and the critical impact fathers have on their sons and daughters.
  • Advice for Future Fathers: Philip's key nugget of wisdom for his own son and all expectant dads.

This episode is a tribute to fathers everywhere, offering honest insights, practical advice, and a celebration of the profound impact of involved and loving dads.

About Our Guest:

Philip Faure is an entrepreneur, devoted father to three, and husband to Meg Faure for 30 years. Known for his wisdom, sense of humour (as evidenced by the family's "Wise Words with Phil" tradition), and deep commitment to his family, Philip shares his invaluable perspectives on navigating the joys and challenges of fatherhood from the newborn stage through to launching adult children into the world.

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