Why I Needed Sobriety to Be the Dad I Wanted to Be

The moment you bring your first child home, you think you know what’s coming — until reality hits you like a freight train. For me, it was 24 hours of relentless crying, no sleep, and a crushing feeling that I wasn’t ready. And I wasn’t sober.

 

In this episode, I share the story of my first night as a father, the contrast between parenting while drinking and parenting while living AFAF, and the lessons I’ve learned about presence, patience, and connection. Whether you’re a dad now or preparing to become one, these insights will help you show up with the energy, patience, and love your children deserve.

 

We’ll talk about:

✅ Why sobriety is the foundation for presence in fatherhood

✅ How to shift from “I have to” to “I’m blessed to”

✅ Managing your nervous system so you’re the calm in the chaos

✅ Navigating intimacy and connection after a baby arrives

✅ The power of rupture and repair to build trust with your kids

 

If this episode makes you reflect on how you’re showing up for your children, I invite you to take the next step. Join STRIVE Foundations today and start building the SELF-led life your family deserves: www.thestrivemethod.com/foundations

 

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