61. Healing from Unresolved Dad Issues, with Dave Novak

Dave Novak bristled at the idea that he might have "daddy issues." Yet, the signs were clear when he reflected on the unhealthy ways he was showing up in his relationships and in his ministry, and when he identified the deep bitterness he felt toward his father for the way he was treated as a child and for the lack of emotional connection that he craved. Dave resolved to break the cycle and be a better father for his own kids. To do that, he would need healing. Join us for this powerful conversation with No More Dad Issues author Dave Novak as he shares his incredible story and lays bare the process he went through to forgive his father and work toward reconciliation. We talk about how unresolved father issues can manifest in your life without you even realizing it, and what it takes to achieve the type of breakthrough that will enable you to be the father your kids need. Healing from father wounds isn't easy, but it's possible — and Dave is here to show us the way. About Our Guest Dave Novak is a pastor, speaker, and author of No More Dad Issues. He founded The F2 Project (@thef2project) in 2023 to bring healing and freedom to a generation with unresolved hurts and frustrations with their dads. He lives with his wife, Lori, and their two young adult children in Sacramento, CA. You can reach Dave at https://www.davenovakministries.com/ or on social media @thedavenovak. A Dose of Motivation “The glory of children is their fathers.” — Proverbs 17:6 Connect with us: Watch more great content on our YouTube Channel Follow us on Instagram Questions? Comments? Ideas for future episodes? Reach out to us at [email protected] Music in this episode is from "Good Ol' Man" (©2022) by Drew Green and reproduced with permission from Drew Green.