Building a Strong Foundation in Parenting | Mediocre Dads | Episode #30

In this episode of Mediocre Dads, host Quan interviews guest Mark Smith, a former professional wrestler. They discuss Mark's experiences in the wrestling industry and the traumas he faced in his childhood. Mark shares how wrestling became a way for him to cope with his past and find a sense of identity. They also touch on the importance of empathy and understanding in society. Mark Smith shares his journey from being a professional wrestler to finding faith and purpose in life. He reflects on his past mistakes, including drug use and failed relationships, and the transformative power of God in his life. His story emphasizes the importance of self-reflection, forgiveness, and second chances. In this conversation, Mark Smith and Queon Wilcox discuss the importance of building a strong foundation in parenting and the role of God in the parent-child relationship. They emphasize the need for parents to acknowledge their demons and seek help when needed. They also highlight the significance of love, understanding, and forgiveness in raising children. Mark shares his experiences as a father, including adopting and fostering children, and emphasizes the importance of being a parent rather than just a friend to your child. They also discuss the power of prayer and the role of faith in parenting. Connect with Mark Smith Instagram: Ira Mark Smith (@marksmithwcw) • Instagram photos and videos 📚 Wrestling with Demons: The battles of a NWA, AWA and CWF Star:  https://a.co/d/6SG93bj                                                             Connect with Mediocre Dads 🌐Website: mediocredads.net 📧For Business Inquiries, reach us at [email protected] Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mediocre_dads/ Facebook: Mediocre Dads YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsP4iFlovigGQ6LILBW5Bhg) Rumble: https://rumble.com/mediocredads      Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3vHRtqyvNHdZhtQoOlzBdD?si=94dbf0f7e94c430a ☕Buy me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/mediocredads 👕Represent your Faith: https://bit.ly/3SNgXQ5   🎩Completeyour Dad Fit: https://www.dadgang.co/discount/QUEON21848   🎙️Rode Podd Mic: https://amzn.to/3UC3wUq 📚Bringing up Girls: https://amzn.to/48aKZla 📚The Dr. James Dobson Parenting Collection: https://amzn.to/3OFGasX 📚Cry Like A Man: https://amzn.to/3SR8bQW 📚Battle Cry: https://amzn.to/49rybrx 🔗🌳LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/mediocredads 🎶Intro/Outro Music: ⁠Bizzy Cardoza on Apple Music⁠   DISCLAIMER: This video and description contain affiliate links, which means we may earn a small commission if you click on one of the product links. This helps support the channel and enables us to continue creating content like this. Thank you for being so supportive! 🙏