158: Parenting Is Not Disciplining. A Chat With The Professional Stepdad

You all asked, and it's finally here. I am often asked for resources for Stepdads and to be honest, had never really found one that resonated until I found today's guest. Franco Zavala is a coach, speaker, podcast host and stepdad to 5. He is on a mission to build, grow, and maintain a strong community of stepdads who are actively pursuing positive ways to become better leaders, mentors and fathers through his work as The Professional Stepdad.   In this episode we dive into: His unique story being the stepdad to 5 who lost their biological father at a young age What it means to be a leader and mentor in step-fathering Why men aren't asking for help or talking about when they screw up His biggest downfall as a stepdad How hearing "you're not my real dad" changed the trajectory of his parenting journey The number one mistake stepdads make Why he believes the "Nacho" method is a cowards way out How the Love Languages play an important role in his stepfamily life The meaning behind "me - us - them" and whether your relationship should come before the kids Debunking the stepdad stigma and so much more!   For more from Jamie Scrimgeour visit www.jamiescrimgeour.com Follow along on Instagram: www.instagram.com/jamiescrimgeour Follow along on Facebook: www.facebook.com/scrimgeourjamie Join The Exclusive Stepmom Community: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/membership Download The Secret To Improving Your Stepfamily Life: www.jamiescrimgeour.com/freeguide   For More From Franco: Website: www.theprofessionalstepdad.com Follow him on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theprofessionalstepdad Find him on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/The-Professional-Step-Dad   Thanks to Our Sponsors: NuCalm  www.nucalm.com JAMIE10 for 10% off   LMNT Get a free sample pack with every purchase at www.drinklmnt.com/kickassstepmom