Crazy Wisdom

Fatherhood: The Joys & Sorrows with John Wineland

Nov 16, 2023

Luke reunites with John Wineland, a men's group facilitator and devoted father, to explore the highs and lows of fatherhood. They discuss love, grief, divorce, co-parenting, and the role fathers play in guiding their sons into manhood. They delve into modern masculinity, emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and fostering emotional awareness. They also redefine warriorhood and emphasize the importance of emotional connection in fatherhood.

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John Wineland

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Quick takeaways

Creating dedicated time and space to fully experience and navigate grief is essential for healing.

Raising a child with special needs requires making friends with heartbreak and prioritizing their experiences.

Navigating divorce and co-parenting requires stability, consistency, and fully owning one's role as a parent.

Deep dives

The Importance of Creating Space to Grieve and Process Emotions

The speaker reflects on the loss of their daughter and shares how they created space in the morning to fully experience their grief. They describe dedicating specific time to cry, listen to music, and look at pictures of their daughter, allowing themselves to consciously navigate the grieving process.

Introduction

2min

Fatherhood and Embracing Challenges

19min

Navigating Loss and Grief

12min

Father-Son Connection Program and Reflections on Fatherhood

5min

The Decision to Become a Parent and the Concept of Certainty

15min

The Importance of Emotional Connection and Initiation in Fatherhood

5min

Redefining Warriorhood and Initiating Boys into Manhood

3min

Embracing Emotional Intelligence and Personal Growth

3min

In this episode of Crazy Wisdom, Luke reunites with John Wineland, a men's group facilitator and devoted father. They candidly delve into the realm of fatherhood, covering the highs and lows, including love, grief, divorce, co-parenting, and the pivotal roles fathers play in guiding their sons into manhood. Together, they explore essential elements of modern masculinity, encompassing emotional intelligence, vulnerability, and deep emotional connection. Tune in as they investigate the concept of warriorhood and the crucial role fathers hold in fostering emotional awareness.

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