In this solo episode of The Girl Dad Show, host Young Han reflects on how parenting changes as children grow—and how, as parents, we must grow with them.

Young explores what it means to stay adaptable as a father, drawing lessons from situational leadership and the need to evolve our parenting styles as our kids move from dependence to independence. He opens up about missing the early, cute stages of childhood while finding new joy in raising independent, curious, and outspoken kids.

This honest reflection is for every parent navigating the transition from guiding little ones to mentoring young adults. Young reminds us that parenting isn’t just about directing—it’s about listening, supporting, and evolving through every stage of the journey.

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Takeaways

Adaptability is essential as children grow and change

Parenting mirrors situational leadership—your approach must evolve

Understanding developmental stages leads to better connection

Listening is just as important as leading

Focus on what you can control in parenting

Family traditions and memories matter more than career milestones

Guiding with empathy builds long-term trust and resilience

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