Lessons Learned from a Dad's Daughter

A daughter's relationship with their father can play a key role in their psychological development. In fact, when fathers are present in their daughters' lives, girls grow up with a healthy sense of who they are. They are more confident and self-assured and have a clearer understanding of what they want in life. When you connect with your daughter, the positive impact can be quite significant. Research suggests that daughters who have secure and loving relationships with their fathers: • Are more assertive without being aggressive • Are more likely pursue higher education • Feel better about themselves • Feel more confident in relationships with partners in general • Have better grades in school Besides these lifelong benefits, nurturing a rewarding relationship with a daughter can be a great experience in the present. Fathers and daughters who spend time together build a foundation of trust and support. They learn more about each other and their respective experiences. And ultimately, they have fun and make memories that last a lifetime. Join me and my special guest, Minister Justin R. Williams (J-Will) as we talk in depth about the lessons that he is continuously learning as a "girl dad" of a beautiful seven year old daughter. Fatherhood is a tremendous responsibility that requires intentionality, selflessness, and sacrifice. As we look to Father's Day, gain encouragement and inspiration from this episode. Minister Justin R. Williams was born and raised in the Motor City, Detroit MI. Upon graduating from the Detroit High School for the Fine and Performing Arts in 2004, he accepted a four-year academic scholarship at Western Michigan University (Go Broncos). Min. Williams graduated with his Bachelor of Business Administration Degree in December 2008, majoring in Management and Minoring in General Business. Min. J-Will currently works in Property Management for Eenhoorn LLC since April 2015. Min. J-Will has a passion for leadership and aiding people to grow and develop in their God given purpose. Min. Williams is an Associate Minister at the Mt. Zion Baptist Church located in Kalamazoo MI under the Pastoral leadership of Dr. Addis Moore where he has been serving in ministry since graduating from college in 2008. Min. J-Will also serves as one of the Praise and Worship Leaders (Music Ministry), Men’s Life Group Facilitator (Christian Education), and other performing arts ministries (Mime & Drama). He is married to his beautiful, anointed, and gifted wife of 10 years Brittany J. Williams (married since October 2012). They share a 7-year-old precocious, confident, and dancing Tik-Tok princess named Journee Rae Williams. Min. J-Will"s favorite scripture is Isaiah Chapter 61:1-3. In wellness, grace, and humility, Dr. Pamela Robinson Contact information: Dr. Pamela Robinson via email: [email protected] or via Dr. Pamela Robinson’s Amazon Author Page: amazon.com/author/emerginghope