The Dad Edge Podcast

What happens in virtual men's groups? How would joining an online group for men take your life to the next level? Isolation is a serious problem for men already, and during this time of social distancing, it's more important than ever to invest in our mental and physical wellbeing. Today we are giving you a sneak peek behind the Dad Edge Alliance. This is not our usual Q&A with an expert, but an actual members-only meeting with real dads. These men get real about actively designing the lives they dream of, forging amazing connections with their wives and kids, and battling their worst enemy—themselves. They talk about how being among a group of likeminded men with similar goals helps challenge and inspire, keeps them accountable, and pushes them to do things they never thought they were capable of. 'Isolation is the enemy of excellence.' – Aaron Walker For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday203. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

This might be our best episode here on The Dad Edge! Dr. Meg Meeker is a pediatrician, mother, and bestselling author. As the country's leading authority on parenting, teens, and children's health, she has been featured on all major media. Meg Meeker is also the host of the Parenting Great Kids Podcast and offers a wide range of online courses for parents. Dr. Meg says fathers have been undervalued and belittled in today's society, yet statistics show how crucial dads are to the development of both boys and girls, and their potential to become a happy, healthy, successful adults. It's time to own our roles in the lives of our sons and daughters. Parenting great kids is hard, but simple. Meg Meeker tells how we can take an active and consistent role in our kids' lives in just minutes a day. Whether raising sons or daughters, Dr. Meg explains how we can show up best as dads by embracing and following our male instincts. "You are wired with everything you need to be a good dad."—Meg Meeker, M.D. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/258. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

One of our biggest fears is not living up to our full potential. We don't want to lie on our deathbeds with regrets. We don't want to leave this world without having built the legacy that we know we are capable of. Today we have Dominick Quartuccio back on the show. He is the author of Design Your Future: 3 Simple Steps to Stop Drifting and Take Command of Your Life and will be featured at our live Dad Edge Summit in St. Louis in June 2020. Dominick is going to give us a blueprint for designing our futures so that we can eliminate distractions and focus on what lights us up. He teaches us how to stop wasting our energy on destructive habits so that we can channel it into our dreams. He also tells us how to remove ourselves for our environment, creating a sacred space that will change our trajectory and transform us into the men that we were meant to be. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday202. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

We all love our kids. At the same time, we all have those moments when they drive us crazy. Sometimes, they don't listen or become defiant. They have meltdowns and throw tantrums that can get on our last nerve. But babies, toddlers, and children see the world through different eyes. They depend on us for everything and look to us to guide them. How can we teach and discipline them while being more patient and understanding parents? Today's guest is Janet Lansbury. She's a well-known parenting expert, the host of the Unruffled Podcast, and the author of No Bad Kids. Janet is going to talk to us about what our kids are trying to communicate with their behavior, why we should back off when they explore during play, and how we can best help them to learn and develop without frustration. This show is a revelation for parents of kids of all ages. Don't miss it! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/257. Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Our journey in life is not linear. It's unpredictable. We might be okay when things are going our way, but what happens when we face adversity? How can we know the next right thing to do? How do we pivot and act with grace when we are tested? A legendary life is about your values—not only knowing what they are, but also defining, planning, and taking action. Today we have long-time mastermind member, Judd. He joined The Dad Edge Alliance when his marriage was in trouble. He was so programed to avoid confrontation that he didn't know who he was or what he wanted anymore. He was making his decisions based on others' expectations and living a life that wasn't his own. Judd finally got real and faced the truth. He stopped the lies he was telling himself and looked deep inside to discover what mattered most to him. Today, Judd lives according to his values. He knows who he is and what he stands for, no matter what happens. For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday201. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!

Nate Edmonds, a musician and worship leader, shares his heart-wrenching journey after the loss of his wife, Dana, to cancer. He discusses how this profound grief tested his faith and fatherhood. Nate candidly recounts Dana's last days and how he and his children found strength through faith. His mantra, 'for his glory by his grace,' became a beacon during dark times. Through storytelling, he emphasizes the power of community resilience and the evolution of love, highlighting the transformative journey of healing and personal growth.

Do you want to win the war with yourself? The 75Hard is a 75-day mental and physical challenge created by Andy Frisella that will test the resilience of any man. Today, we talk about the benefits of doing a challenge like 75Hard to improve our health and mental toughness. We also go over how to do the 75Hard without burning out, giving up, or sacrificing family time. Think you can handle it? Find out! For the show notes and exclusive links mentioned in this episode go to gooddadproject.com/thursday200. ———— Join the Free Dad Edge Facebook Group at gooddadproject.com/group. Apply for The Dad Edge Alliance at gooddadproject.com/alliance. Follow us on Instagram at @thedadedge!