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What If It’s Supposed to Be Hard?
Intro
Welcome back to Intentional Nate! Today, I’m exploring the idea that the hardest parts of fatherhood are actually what shape us into the dads we need to be. I’ll share a story about running a marathon and how it taught me an important lesson about growth and embracing challenges.
Key Lesson: Embrace the Hard
Running a marathon, I hit a tough patch at mile 18, and it felt impossible to keep going. Fatherhood is like this—difficult moments shape us. It’s not about being perfect, but showing up, even when it’s hard. Ask yourself: What’s one small step I can take to keep moving forward?
Turning Setbacks into Wins
One morning, I woke up late and thought I’d ruined my day. But instead of focusing on the setback, I shifted my mindset and ended up having one of my most productive writing sessions. Life isn’t about avoiding tough moments—it’s about moving forward despite them.
Growth Mindset
Challenges aren’t roadblocks, they’re opportunities to grow. Whether in work or parenting, leaning into challenges helps us improve and become stronger dads.
Actionable Takeaways
Outro
Fatherhood is a marathon, not a sprint. Keep showing up, even when it’s tough. Share this episode with another dad, and remember: it’s about progress, not perfection. You’ve got this!
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By Intentional NateIntro
Welcome back to Intentional Nate! Today, I’m exploring the idea that the hardest parts of fatherhood are actually what shape us into the dads we need to be. I’ll share a story about running a marathon and how it taught me an important lesson about growth and embracing challenges.
Key Lesson: Embrace the Hard
Running a marathon, I hit a tough patch at mile 18, and it felt impossible to keep going. Fatherhood is like this—difficult moments shape us. It’s not about being perfect, but showing up, even when it’s hard. Ask yourself: What’s one small step I can take to keep moving forward?
Turning Setbacks into Wins
One morning, I woke up late and thought I’d ruined my day. But instead of focusing on the setback, I shifted my mindset and ended up having one of my most productive writing sessions. Life isn’t about avoiding tough moments—it’s about moving forward despite them.
Growth Mindset
Challenges aren’t roadblocks, they’re opportunities to grow. Whether in work or parenting, leaning into challenges helps us improve and become stronger dads.
Actionable Takeaways
Outro
Fatherhood is a marathon, not a sprint. Keep showing up, even when it’s tough. Share this episode with another dad, and remember: it’s about progress, not perfection. You’ve got this!