Causeway Conversations #3: : Provision is not a Substitute for Presence

What does it really mean to show up for your family?In this episode of Causeway Conversations, Vince sits down with Nick Fernandes, LCSW, to explore why providing isn’t the same as being present. They discuss how modern life and career demands can quietly pull fathers away from home — and the lasting impact that absence can have on family connection.Vince shares his own experience of prioritizing work over relationships, and how a pivotal moment during Leo’s illness shifted his perspective on what truly matters.In this episode, Vince & Nick discuss:Why presence shapes family health more than provisionHow career success can create unintended distance at homeThe importance of mentorship, modeling, and repairFor men:Time is your most valuable currencyMentorship mattersOffer graceFor parents:Guard work boundariesBe intentional at homeRepair is always possibleA clear, honest conversation about choosing presence — and the impact it has on the people who matter most.