Being a dad doesn’t mean you have to be stoic, silent, or “tough it out.” In this episode, we’re talking about what it really means to show strength as a father — through presence, vulnerability, and yes, even a few (manly) tears during Disney movies. 💪😭

We’re unpacking:

✅ What does it mean to be a tough, strong dad?

✅ Types of Trauma and the role of PTSD in fatherhood

✅ Being a strong dad in a healthy way

👊 It’s time to redefine strength — not by how much we hold in, but by how much we show up and listen.

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Show Notes:

• ⁠National Institute of Health - War Trauma/PTSD⁠

• ⁠Being an Emotionally Available Parent⁠

• ⁠Dr. Sapolsky - A Primate’s Memoir ⁠

• ⁠Alpha male doesn’t mean a better male⁠

• ⁠Good news story of the week

  
  

Sections:

• Introduction - 00:00 - 05:09

• What does it mean to be a tough dad - 05:09 - 12:44

• Where does the tough dad stereotype come from - 12:44 - 19:53

• Different types of Trauma - 19:53 - 28:21

• Remembering the Good - 28:21 - 33:42

• Are spankings really that effective - 33:42 - 41:12

• Reflecting on past mistakes - 41:12 - 49:52

• Being a strong dad in a healthy way - 49:52 - 1:00:19

• Origin of the Alpha Male - 1:00:19 - 1:06:49

• Practical tips to be a healthy, strong dad - 1:06:49 - 1:13:01

• Conclusion - 1:13:01 - 1:19:18