The 1000 Hours Outside Podcast 1KHO 606: Love No Matter How the Story May End | Peter Mutabazi, Love Does Not Conquer All
Oct 28, 2025
Peter Mutabazi, a Ugandan-born foster and adoptive father who has cared for over 40 children, shares his transformative journey from a street kid to a nurturing dad. He discusses the profound impact of kindness, the reality of trauma-informed parenting, and the importance of compassion over outcomes. Peter emphasizes that healing is a slow process and celebrates small victories in the midst of challenges. His insights into empathy, managing triggers, and understanding children's needs offer a fresh perspective on love and resilience in parenting.
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Kindness That Changed A Life
- At almost 15, a stranger named James paid for Peter to go to school and introduced him to a loving family that changed his life.
- That kindness showed Peter what a healthy family looked like and motivated him to excel in school.
From Global Aid To Personal Foster Care
- Peter traveled the world working for charities but avoided bringing kids into his personal life for years.
- A friend explained foster care and inspired him to pursue becoming a foster parent himself.
Prioritize Presence Over Prestige
- Choose work and life arrangements that let you be fully present for foster children by prioritizing flexibility and availability.
- Peter moved to Oklahoma and shifted to real estate so he could show up consistently for therapy, school, and crises.
