Episode 21: Father Of The Bride Pt. 3 - Talking (And CRYING) Through My Daughter’s Wedding With The Women In My Life

It’s almost Father’s Day, so who better to have on my show than MY OWN DAD, Dr. Fermin Whittaker?! Many of you have been on the journey with me as I walk with my parents through my dad’s dementia. And they currently live across the street from me!!  You’ve fallen in love with the sweet, sweet old man he’s become. And you’ve fallen in love with my mom, who is his caretaker and is LITERALLY living out her vows every. single. day. Many of you love this version of my dad, and I realized it’s the only version of my dad that you know.  But for the majority of my life, the version of my father that I had, you don’t know. And I actually have kind of forgotten about that version myself.  So today I’m introducing you to the father I knew growing up.  . . . . . Listen to Episode 44: Dementia Won't Steal My Father's Story... With Fermin Whittaker HERE: https://pod.link/1249486443/episode/1c0b212b17244f84f84eb416333ee401 Listen to Episode 101: Interviewing My Mom And Dad As They Battle Dad's Dementia. And 7 Ways To Care For A Caregiver HERE: https://pod.link/1249486443/episode/ff455208a5724cdb704f8e647fd82af9 . . . . . Preorder your copy of my new book Reconnected HERE : ReconnectedBook.com  Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. Book me to speak HERE: https://www.carloswhittaker.com/events  . . . . . SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/Carlos to take your business to the next level today. AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! CLARITIN: Go to claritin.com for a discount so you can Live Claritin Clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This book means a lot to me. I put my life on hold for it. I put a lot into it. I didn’t look at a screen for 7 weeks. I lived with monks at a monastery. And I lived with an Amish family on their farm. And then I lived with my family at home. I didn’t disconnect. I reconnected.  I’m not unpacking everything in the book today. But I am answering some of your questions!  . . . . . Find Micah Kandros’ work here: https://www.micahkandrosdesign.com/  . . . . . Preorder your copy of my new book Reconnected and get the first chapter NOW (plus 2 more surprise bonuses): : ReconnectedBook.com  Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. Book me to speak HERE: https://www.carloswhittaker.com/events . . . . . AROMATRU: Go to AromaTruOrganics.com/HumanHope and get a free waterless oil diffuser with a free lemon eucalyptus oil! AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE CLARITIN: Go to claritin.com for a discount so you can Live Claritin Clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Join me, Heather, Seanna, and Sohaila (and our friend Jacinda!) as we work through some BIG feelings about the wedding in 4 days. What’s it like to be the father of the bride, the mother of the bride, the sister of the bride, and the bride herself? Listen and find out. This is raw and authentic. With lots of tears. And there are nuggets that come out of this that I think are applicable to every season of life.  This might be the most memorable conversation I have with my daughter Sohaila. (And the other girls in my life!!) . . . . . Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now. CLARITIN: Go to claritin.com for a discount so you can Live Claritin Clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wow! Talk about wedding brain… At the time of recording this, we’re about to head to Jackson, WY for my first-born daughter’s WEDDING. I feel different about my daughter getting married HOURLY, so I’m talking through that with you. I’ve been putting together a video for her that has just been reminding me of how far we've come and what an honor it has been to raise her.  And there’s a little update about my parents in here too… . . . . . Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/humanhope to take your business to the next level today. CLARITIN: Go to claritin.com for a discount so you can Live Claritin Clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the first FATHER OF THE BRIDE episode! We are less than 20 DAYS away from marrying off my FIRST-BORN daughter. Y’all… We talk about our feelings as the day approaches, the father-daughter dance, the ceremony, the details, and MORE. If you have young daughters, I hope this gives you a helpful perspective as they grow up.  Plus, I give you a few tips on how to build a close relationship with your daughter(s) and STAY CLOSE as they get older.  . . . . . Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . BETTER HELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HUMANHOPE and get on your way to being your best self with 10% off your first month. INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now with a $75 sponsored job credit. AQUATRU: Get 20% off any AquaTru purifier! Visit aquatru.com/HUMANHOPE and use the code HUMANHOPE at checkout. HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a very special episode for me. I go WAY BACK in my feels as I talk with some old friends. Kristian Stanfill and Brett Younker from Passion Music join me on this episode to talk through the history, power, and trajectory of Passion.  Passion Music deeply shaped my life as a worship leader (back when I was young and hip). We’re digging into the vaults today and get into our feels reflecting on some of the most FORMATIVE songs of my faith.  The wisdom and reverence these guys bring to the conversation is something you don’t want to miss! . . . . . Listen to Passion’s new album Call on Heaven here: https://passionmusic.com/  Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/humanhope to take your business to the next level today. CLARITIN: Go to claritin.com for a discount so you can Live Claritin Clear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are rewinding time with this episode. Matt Brown knew me before most.  We’re talking about a season of my life that most people don’t even know EXISTED. That’s right. I used to be a worship leader / Christian music artist. And it all started at Sandals Church under the leadership of Matt Brown. Over 20 years later, and he’s still there! Matt saw me through high highs and low lows. And he and Sandals are a major part of who I am and what I do today. We’re talking about young Carlos and Matt, our dads, trusting the church again, and Matt’s insight into life with God now.  . . . . . Find Matt's newest book Every Day A Miracle here: https://amzn.to/3JAsKeP Get a copy of Matt's book A Book Called You here: https://amzn.to/44hzKXS Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now. AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! FACTOR: Go to FactorMeals.com/CARLOS50 and use code CARLOS50 to receive 50% off! NOTES CANDLE: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

My daughter is getting married, and we are in the THROWS of wedding season.  She had a bridal shower this week, and it was so beautiful to see her surrounded by so many women who have been walking with us for literal DECADES through marriage and parenting and now having adult children who are getting married in 5 weeks! So, I asked them two questions: If you could go back 20 years and talk to yourself as you enter this journey of marriage and parenthood, what would you say? If you could give Brady and Sohaila one piece of wisdom, what would it be? Whether you’re thinking about becoming a parent or you’ve been doing it for 20 years, there’s something in here for you. . . . . . Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE LMNT: Go to DrinkLMNT.com/CarlosWhittaker to get a free sample pack with your purchase! SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/carlos to take your business to the next level today. NOTES CANDLE: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is for YOU. Not everyone who is listening at once. Just you.  You know that I go to church, and I love my church. But you also know that I’m not shy about speaking out about how the church has had many missteps over the years. So what do you do when you’ve been hurt by the church but you still want to be part of it? I unpack part of my journey when it came to reevaluating church, and I hope it guides you through some thoughts and questions to ask yourself as you consider re-entering the church as well.  This process doesn't need to feel hopeless. . . . . . Purchase your copy of my book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . BETTER HELP: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at betterhelp.com/HUMANHOPE and get on your way to being your best self. ATHLETIC GREENS: Athletic Greens is giving you a FREE 1-year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase. Go to athleticgreens.com/HUMANHOPE AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! INDEED: Need to hire? You need Indeed. Visit Indeed.com/HUMANHOPE to start hiring now. NOTES CANDLE: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The baby of our family is transitioning into adulthood, and I have so many THOUGHTS!! Losiah and I sit down and talk about what we've been through and what's next. My son brings the WISDOM, so grab your pencils because you’re going to want to take notes.  I hope this conversation helps you see your kids differently and maybe prompts some good questions to ask as you walk through parenting your teens. . . . . . Purchase your copy of my new book, How to Human, HERE: https://bit.ly/HowtoHumanNotes Let’s keep in touch! Sign up for my newsletter to be the first to hear ALL my updates. https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1987227/1965424/ Interested in advertising with us? Reach out here. . . . . . SHOPIFY: Go to shopify.com/humanhope to take your business to the next level today. LMNT: Go to drinkLMNT.com/CarlosWhittaker to get a free sample pack with your purchase! HIYA HEALTH: Receive 50% off your first order at hiyahealth.com/HUMANHOPE AIR DOCTOR: Head to AirDoctorPro.com and use promo code HUMANHOPE and, depending on the model, you’ll receive UP TO 39% off or UP TO $300 off! NOTES CANDLE: Get 15% off and free shipping on a custom starter kit at notescandle.com/Carlos with code CARLOS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices