What Is Influencing Your Parenting? (And Are You Aware Of It??)

What is influencing your parenting — and are you aware of it??Your parenting doesn’t happen in a vacuum.Your mood, sleep, stress, relationships, media intake, faith, frustrations, and habits all seep into how you show up for your kids — whether you realise it or not.In this episode of Hi Struggling, I’m Dad, I unpack:-The hidden influences shaping how you parent-Why kids end up managing stressed or emotionally reactive parents-How social media, news, and entertainment quietly affect your patience-Why who you are becoming matters more than what you say-How to be a calmer, more intentional influence for your kids-Why your character will shape theirs more than your rules ever willThis episode is for:Fathers who want to be more presentParents who don’t want to pass down generational stressAnyone who wants their kids to experience patience, kindness, confidence, and love at homeYour kids don’t just hear what you say —They absorb who you are.What do you want influencing your parenting?👉 If this helped you, share it with another parent👉 Subscribe for grounded conversations on fatherhood, character, and growth00:00 Introduction: What Influences Your Parenting?00:36 Daily Influences on Parenting01:02 Sources of Parenting Influences03:22 The Importance of Leading by Example04:32 Daily Factors Affecting Your Parenting04:52 Managing External Influences07:56 Instilling Values and Character in Your Children12:08 Faith and Parenting14:22 Final Thoughts and Encouragement15:07 Conclusion and Additional ResourcesWORK WITH ME / CONNECT🎙 Podcast — Hi Struggling, I’m Dad!🌐 Website + Coaching: heartinhand1.com📱 Instagram: @grantberardi and @hi_struggling_im_dad👨‍👧‍👦 For Christian fathers, leaders & men rebuilding their lives from the inside out, check out my community: skool.com/the-kings-men-7411