Ben Gibson explores the intersection of physical pursuits and fatherhood. He shares his own experiences and struggles in balancing his ambition and responsibility as a dad. Ben emphasizes the importance of doing cool shit and integrating passions into family life. He highlights the need to communicate with partners, create comprehensive plans, and adapt to challenges. Ben Gibson ultimately aims to inspire and empower fathers to live fulfilling lives while being present for their families.

Chapters:

00:00:00 Unpacking Modern Masculinity and Fatherhood with Ben Gibson
00:01:10 The Adventure Sports Dad: Walking the Line of Ambition & Parenting
00:03:30 The Multi-Faceted Man: Fatherhood, Marriage, and Being a Provider
00:04:55 Juggling Work, Passion Projects, and Family Time
00:06:42 Chasing Physical Goals: Reframing Masculine Ambition
00:09:18 Mountain Escapes: Finding Deeper Connections and Fulfillment
00:10:35 Honoring Past Generations While Carving New Paths
00:12:43 Today's Man: Striking a Balance between Duty and Passion
00:14:49 Rekindling the Spirit: The Need for Adventurous Pursuits
00:19:42 Entrepreneur Dad: Weighing Risks and Rewards
00:21:36 Fatherhood & Adventure: Keeping the Spark Alive
00:24:13 Real Talk: Evaluating Priorities and Taking Time for Self-Reflection
00:27:13 The Pitfalls of Overlooking Important Conversations
00:30:00 Parenthood Vs. Career: Striking the Right Balance
00:32:04 Crafting the Narrative of the "Athlete Dad"
00:35:05 Navigating Ambition and Finding True Fulfillment
00:36:18 Celebrating the Transformative Role of Present Fathers

Links And Resources:

Ben's LinkedIn
The Athlete Dad
Ben's Instagram
The Athlete Dad Instagram
Hector Santiesteban on LinkedIn
Hector Santiesteban on Twitter

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