In this episode, Greg explores the unique, unfiltered honesty children bring into our lives, acting as personal development coaches who challenge us daily. He delves into how parenting reveals both our flaws and strengths, highlighting the candid moments when kids call out inconsistencies and inspire us to improve. Greg discusses the invaluable lessons children teach about love, generosity, and forgiveness, and how observing and imitating them can lead to personal growth.

Join Greg for an insightful look at the unexpected ways parenting can transform us into better humans.

In this episode, Greg dives into the transient nature of emotions and how it affects various aspects of our lives—from fleeting romantic love and job excitement to the initial zeal of learning a new skill. He discusses the evolution of parenthood, highlighting the journey from the overwhelming joy of becoming a father to the daily sacrifices that come with the role.

Greg emphasizes the importance of rekindling early emotions and regularly reaffirming one’s mission as a parent to lighten the load and become a better dad. Tune in to learn how to embrace and sustain the passion for parenting amidst life’s challenges.

In this episode, we tackle the challenge of constant digital stimulation and its impact on our ability to give undivided attention to those we love. With smartphones offering endless entertainment at our fingertips, genuine conversations often feel slow and boring. Notifications constantly interrupt, making it difficult to focus on the person in front of us.

I’ve experienced this myself, both as the distracted and the distractor, even with my own kids. My wife and I try to limit phone use at home, but these devices always find their way back into our hands.

The goal isn’t to make anyone feel guilty, but to remind us of the most precious gift we can give: attention. Every interaction with our children is an opportunity to show love by being fully present. Next time your child starts talking to you, put the phone away, turn off the TV, and focus on them. In a distracted world, undivided attention is a beautiful proof of love.

In this episode, we dive into the world of teaching and learning through the eyes of my four-year-old daughter, Sophie, who loves chess. With a chessboard always present in our home, Sophie’s interest in the game started early, and by age two, she was already intrigued by the pieces and their movements.

Six months ago, Sophie began learning the rules, and now she’s ready to delve into theory and practice. Her goal? To defeat Magnus Carlsen. Along the way, she will play and lose many games, solving chess puzzles to sharpen her tactics.

As a parent, it’s tempting to praise her achievements, but balanced praise and rewarding effort are crucial. Success isn’t guaranteed, and failure is part of the journey. Whether learning a new skill, playing sports, or taking on new challenges, these experiences help us grow.

In this episode, we explore how focusing on effort over outcomes can foster happiness and resilience in our children.

In this episode, we explore the unique, incarnated experience of fatherhood. You can explain sleepless nights and deep emotions to friends without kids, but only those living the fatherhood journey truly understand. After a decade-long relationship, my wife and I welcomed our first child, and it took me years to fully grasp what my friends with kids were experiencing.

I share my story of joining a fathers’ group led by my friend and priest, Andreas. Initially reluctant, I soon saw the immense value in these gatherings. Now, I actively create spaces for dads to connect, from one-on-one chats to small community groups.

New dads or seasoned veterans, this episode encourages you to join or start a group of fathers. Sharing experiences and asking questions benefits everyone involved.

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