What happens when your child stops looking up to you and starts pushing you away? In this episode, we explore the shift from authority figure to trusted mentor during the tumultuous teenage years. As they seek independence, it's crucial to step back and embrace your role as an ally. Discover essential strategies for guiding your teens, building trust, and navigating this challenging phase.

Are you building your child's confidence or unintentionally tearing it down? In this episode of The Father Friend Five, I dive into the transformative ages of 7 to 12, where your role as a coach is crucial. Discover how to help your kids tackle challenges, feel valued, and believe in themselves. I’ll share practical strategies to instill competence and confidence, empowering them to embrace new opportunities.

A strong foundation will serve your kids well for the rest of their lives. In Q1 (Quadrant 1 ages birth-6), children must come to know whose they are, before they can know who they are. This key fact is in response to just one of the critical questions that fathers will answer for their infant, toddler or preschooler. This episode is perfect for new or expecting dads!

This episode describes the foundation of our resource and model for fatherhood by answering the question, "What is a Father Friend?" Dr. Mike Ayers describes the powerful concept of the father-friend that informs what dads should aspire to be.