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Celebrating Fatherhood Inspiring Positive Change in Parenting
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What if you could transform your parenting style from a strict disciplinarian to a compassionate mentor? Join me, Donna Janel, and my guest, Ceez, a dedicated single father, as we unravel our journeys through parenthood, particularly focusing on the African-American community. With Father’s Day on the horizon, I share my own experiences of raising children and nieces without their fathers, and how the absence of a father figure posed unique challenges. Ceez, reveals his evolution from a tough, rule-enforcing dad to a nurturing, emotionally supportive parent, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and appreciating the efforts of single fathers.
Reflecting on the lessons imparted by our fathers, we discuss how old-school values and discipline have shaped us into who we are today. These values not only instilled a sense of responsibility but also inspired a commitment to mentoring youth in our communities. Personal anecdotes shed light on the powerful bond with our fathers, who showed love through actions rather than words, and how these early experiences have driven us to become positive role models in a time of rising community violence.
We also address the crucial role of both parents in a child's holistic development. Whether co-parenting through incarceration or combating the challenges posed by single parenting, the need for balanced and effective communication is paramount. Discover how traditional values can be integrated with modern, compassionate approaches to foster a well-rounded upbringing for our children. Join us as we celebrate fatherhood and continue our mission to restore the responsibility, nobility, and beauty in parenting.
Parents are the Bows and Children are the Arrows they will land wherever we aim them eventually!
Chapters
1. Celebrating Fatherhood Inspiring Positive Change in Parenting (00:00:00)
2. The Importance of Fatherhood (00:00:52)
3. Fatherhood, Mentoring, and Community Impact (00:08:47)
4. Fatherhood and Male Role Models (00:13:00)
5. Fatherhood and Emotional Connection (00:22:56)
6. The Importance of Both Parents (00:33:52)
7. The Importance of Fatherhood and Community (00:40:17)
8. Parenting From Prison (00:50:40)
9. Importance of Co-Parenting and Communication (00:53:39)
10. Parenting and Fatherhood Responsibilities (00:56:33)
11. Faith and Parenting Journey (01:03:44)
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