EPISODE · May 31, 2026 · 56 MIN
Lessons From A Father's Influence
from Torque
In this conversation, Russell Thompson reflects on his upbringing, discussing the strict family values instilled by his father and the impact of alcohol on family dynamics. He shares insights on how these experiences shaped his views on fatherhood and his desire to break the cycle of control in parenting. The discussion highlights the importance of personal growth and learning from past experiences to foster healthier relationships with his own children. In this conversation, Russell reflects on his journey of emotional availability as a parent, the significance of marriage after a long relationship, and the principles of stoicism that guide his life. He discusses the evolving landscape of men's mental health and the importance of creating supportive workplaces that prioritize mental well-being.02:26 Reflections on Childhood and Masculinity05:41 The Role of Alcohol in Family Dynamics09:22 Navigating Relationships with Alcohol10:31 Impact of Fatherhood on Personal Choices12:29 Desires for Connection and Understanding18:13 Control and Its Consequences21:16 The Weight of Family Secrets23:31 Reclaiming Personal Identity28:39 Breaking the Cycle of Parenting29:16 Creating Emotional Availability31:26 Empowering Parenting: A New Approach32:32 A Journey to Marriage: Reflections on Commitment35:27 The Growth of Men: Maturity and Stoicism39:15 Men's Mental Health: Changing Perspectives42:55 Designing Better Workplaces: Balancing Life and Work45:15 Breaking the Cycle: Parenting and Personal Growth46:29 Understanding Intergenerational Traits: A Psychological PerspectiveYou can find Russell atRussell Thompson - Director on DemandLinkedIn - Russell Thompson | LinkedInI also talked with Nic Nistor about what we can about traits we recognise but want to leave behindHome - NN Psychology- Nic Nistor Clinical PsychologistWe want to hear from youGet in touch throughEmail - [email protected] Instagram / Facebook / TikTok - @mantorquexySubscribe and leave a reviewOriginal music composed and used with permission from Alex Tilley Video Editing for Socials assistance provided by Lily O'Connor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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In this conversation, Russell Thompson reflects on his upbringing, discussing the strict family values instilled by his father and the impact of alcohol on family dynamics. He shares insights on how these experiences shaped his views on fatherhood and his desire to break the cycle of control in parenting. The discussion highlights the importance of personal growth and learning from past experiences to foster healthier relationships with his own children. In this conversation, Russell reflects on his journey of emotional availability as a parent, the significance of marriage after a long relationship, and the principles of stoicism that guide his life. He discusses the evolving landscape of men's mental health and the importance of creating supportive workplaces that prioritize mental well-being.02:26 Reflections on Childhood and Masculinity05:41 The Role of Alcohol in Family Dynamics09:22 Navigating Relationships with Alcohol10:31 Impact of Fatherhood on Personal Choices12:29 Desires for Connection and Understanding18:13 Control and Its Consequences21:16 The Weight of Family Secrets23:31 Reclaiming Personal Identity28:39 Breaking the Cycle of Parenting29:16 Creating Emotional Availability31:26 Empowering Parenting: A New Approach32:32 A Journey to Marriage: Reflections on Commitment35:27 The Growth of Men: Maturity and Stoicism39:15 Men's Mental Health: Changing Perspectives42:55 Designing Better Workplaces: Balancing Life and Work45:15 Breaking the Cycle: Parenting and Personal Growth46:29 Understanding Intergenerational Traits: A Psychological PerspectiveYou can find Russell atRussell Thompson - Director on DemandLinkedIn - Russell Thompson | LinkedInI also talked with Nic Nistor about what we can about traits we recognise but want to leave behindHome - NN Psychology- Nic Nistor Clinical PsychologistWe want to hear from youGet in touch throughEmail - [email protected] Instagram / Facebook / TikTok - @mantorquexySubscribe and leave a reviewOriginal music composed and used with permission from Alex Tilley Video Editing for Socials assistance provided by Lily O'Connor Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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