Reflections on Seeking Approval and Self-Worth in the Absence of a Father Figure

In this episode, Jerrad sits down with someone he never expected to share the mic with — his dad. For the first time, they talk openly about their strained relationship, what absence did to both of them, and how forgiveness and healing began. This is not a teaching. It’s a real conversation. A son and father working through decades of hurt, regret, and love.

What You’ll Hear:
• What father absence really does to a boy
• How unspoken pain shows up in marriage and parenting
• Why honest conversation can open the door to healing
• What changed when Jerrad forgave his father
• How God used brokenness to birth Dad Tired
• Why it’s never too late to reconcile

Tune in to hear what grace sounds like when it moves from theory to real life.

Episode Resources:

1. Read The Dad Tired Book: https://amzn.to/3YTz4GB
2. Invite Jerrad to speak: https://www.jerradlopes.com
3. Support the ministry: https://www.dadtired.com/donate
4. Join the Dad Tired Retreat: https://www.dadtired.com/retreat
5. Learn more about WinShape Camps: winshapecamps.org