Join me in an insightful conversation with Aaron Shelly in this episode. We all know the power of the "Flywheel" in the startup world, but have you ever considered building a startup business plan that revolves around your family - a "Family Flywheel," if you will? Discover what this unique concept entails and how it can transform your life. If you're a startup enthusiast and a parent, or even considering parenthood in the future, this episode is a must-listen! Tune in now for valuable insights and inspiration.

(0:00) Introduction

(00:41) Meet Aaron Shelley: From Athlete to Author & business owner

(03:12) The Birth of the Family Flywheel Book: How It All Started

(05:39) The Business Lifestyle: Embracing the Dichotomy Unicorn vs. Small Business

(06:10) Questioning the System and Status Quo: Building a Business and Family Together

(07:51) Early Phase of Marriage: Resembling a Business Startup Phase

(10:01) Embracing Support for Young Parents in South Asian Countries

(11:30) Gender Roles and Quid Pro Quo within Family and Business Functions

(13:22) 50/50 Doesn't Work in Marriages: Embracing Natural Specializations

(14:55) From Competitors to Partners: Redefining the Family Dynamic

(17:02) Transitioning from "You vs. Me" to "Us" in Marriage

(17:55) Patriarchy and Capitalism: Reevaluating the Value of Caregiving Roles

(20:03) Free Resource: Autonomic Intimacy Checklist for Partners

(20:42) Insights from Dad of Four: The Experiences of Fatherhood

(21:37) The Importance of Dads' Involvement with Children: Facts from "The Boy Crisis" by Warren Farrell and John Gray

(22:32) Onboarding a Child into Society: Treating It Like a Business Onboarding Process

(23:13) Prioritizing Family Values: Balancing Family Unity and Competitiveness

(25:14) The Family Business Model: Building a Strong Foundation for Growth

(26:33) The Importance of Social Resources for Family Well-Being

(27:48) The Cost of Hustling: Understanding the Impact on Your Nervous System

(29:21) Investing in Your Physical, Mental, and Spiritual Health: A Holistic Approach to Life

(31:16) Learn More About Aaron Shelley & the Family Flywheel Book

(31:56) Closing Credits

We've created an autonomic intimacy checklist for couples, which gives you a framework to understand the nervous system to nervous system safety with your partner. You can download and use it here:  https://www.sangparth.com/intimacy-checklist-pod

Thanks to Sound Creed for the music, you can visit them here ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@SoundCreedLLP ⁠

Curious about the work? Visit ⁠www.sangparth.com⁠ and book a call ⁠https://www.sangparth.com/15min-call⁠

To know more about Aaron Shelley Visit: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaronshelley/

Family Flywheel Book - https://www.amazon.com/Family-Flywheel-Principles-Successful-Sustained/dp/B0BSWR2XCJ

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