121: Let Them Learn

On today's episode, I sit down with my my friend and colleague, Jason Frishman, to talk about parenting, being the best man we can be (as well as being the best father) and Star Wars. -Why it's so challenging for us to see our kids as they ARE rather than how WE want them to be --How Joseph Campbell and The Hero's Journey has left the modern man feeling like if he isn't out slaying dragons, then his life is boring or useless ---A 3 step process to get Present in any moment that will allow you to be a better dad, a better spouse, a better person.    Sign up for updates: www.TheDadhoodJourney.com Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren

It's been a long time since I've published an episode of TDJ and here are the updates on what's going on at The Dadhood Journey (upcoming episodes and guests, how to join the FB group, meet-ups locally and virtually, courses, etc.) and what more is to come in the next few months... Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren

Have you ever caught your son looking at you with pride in his eyes? It's the best. I got one of those looks this weekend when I pulled out my guitar and played in front of his friends. It was a song we both loved and he was surprised I'd learned it. He was so proud of me he recorded it on his iPad. Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarrenLearn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

The Dude's House had its first dinner party! Some of my oldest friends came over and I cooked for them. I wanted to use the opportunity to have a teaching moment with Niko about how to be a great host. He did his part, pitched in, and I think he learned some lessons he'll never forget.  Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarrenLearn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

This weekend I witnessed first hand, the benefits of young kids playing with older ones. It's fun but also so great developmentally and expansively. The older kids Niko was hanging out with were great with him, and the experience built up his confidence and expanded his expectations of himself and what he's capable of.   Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood  Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group  Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren Learn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

This week at school, Niko's class is having "Invention Week." The students are asked to come up with an invention, figure out how to build it, and present it to the class. I'm going to be honest and say that watching my kid build this project has me fighting the instinct to just take over and do it for him. Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarrenLearn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

I've been travelling a lot lately, and absolutely loving it. Thankfully, now that Niko is a little older, he's been able to come with me which is fantastic, but also really highlighted the necessity of making sure that traveling kids are travel savvy. If you have kids and love to travel, this one's for you. Links to check out: Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren  Learn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

This one's for the moms! Our last episode was asking dads to share their experiences as new fathers, and now I'm wondering if you could pass this episode along to the moms in your lives for the same reason. If you could find the time to answer a few questions, it would really help out! Listen in for more details. Thank you!   Questionnaires: www.drjaywarren.com/MomsHelpingDads www.drjaywarren.com/DadsHelpingDads   Links to check out: Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren Learn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

I am working on some projects aimed at helping new dads, and I've created a questionnaire, looking for any advice experienced dads may have given their pre-dad selves. If you could find the time to answer a few questions, it would really help out! Listen in for more details.Thanks!   Questionnaires:  www.drjaywarren.com/DadsHelpingDads www.drjaywarren.com/MomsHelpingDads   Links to check out: Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren Learn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron

As you're listening to this episode, Niko and I will be living it up in Kauai! This trip symbolizes more than just fun and relaxation, it also represents a milestone in the relationship between Niko's mother and I. It took some work, but she has agreed to allow me to take him, and today's episode is about standing your ground for what you know is right. Links to check out: Sign up for updates: www.drjaywarren.com/dadhood Join The Dadhood Journey Private Facebook Group Follow Jay Warren on Instagram: @doctorjaywarren Learn about Men of Iron: www.drjaywarren.com/menofiron