111 - How Did My Relationship With My Dad Affect My Relationship with my Kids?

Merry Christmas! This week I meet with John Bolden author of the book 18 Principles for Manhood. We explore his experience being a preacher's kid and how that has influenced his experience as a father. Show highlights: His experience with his father who was a preacher Getting kids up early to work with him like his dad did with him How did his relationship with his dad affect his relationship with his kids? Recognizing that his dad didn’t have an example of being a father and he was doing the best he could His dad showed humbleness always showing forgiveness You have to be willing to say “Kids, I got it wrong. I apologize. Let’s move forward” There is no playbook for each kid, and if there were the playbook would be different Working with kids who don’t have a dad in the home. When the resolve their relationship with their dad their gets back on track for them The Father is a key pillar in a child’s life His experience of being a dad Having different conversations with his 16-year-old daughter versus 9-year-old son Going shopping with your daughter to get some daddy-daughter time Slowing building the relationship with his daughter by showing she could trust him (he doesn’t say step daughter) Recognize your son is watching dad His tips for being a great dad; Be trustworthy and communication Guest: John Bolden Website: johnbolden365.com IG: @johnbolden365 Hosts: Jody Sedrick Website: jodysedrick.com IG: @jodysedrick TikTok: @jodysedrick