Parenting Advice with Tyler Young of Tonic POS - YNMF You're Not My Father!

In this episode, Thomas Greenman interviews Tyler Young, CEO & Founder at VersiTech and Tonic POS & BOLD Integrated Payments - he’s even a listener of the show! They discuss the purpose of the podcast and the importance of taking it seriously. Together, they explore a ton of challenges that father’s work through not just with themselves but their children. Come for the deep dive in parental advice and stay for Tyler’s master class on eating Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream. This is one episode you don’t want to miss!

Takeaways:
* This podcast means something - I need to take it seriously and commit to its purpose
* Tough love is important in raising children and helping them develop resilience
* Children can teach valuable lessons and inspire personal growth
* Recording personal stories and experiences can create a lasting legacy
* Preparation and intentionality are key in delivering meaningful podcast episodes
* Childhood toys can hold deeper lessons and memories *GO JOE!*
* Accepting change and being authentic are essential for personal growth Words have a significant impact on children's confidence and self-esteem.
* Building confidence in children requires understanding their unique personalities and adapting parenting approaches accordingly.
* Balancing confidence and humility is essential in raising well-rounded individuals.
* Compassion plays a crucial role in teaching children to care for others.
* Rebuilding a relationship with an estranged child requires effort, understanding, and humility. Financial challenges can arise when discovering and navigating fatherhood, but it is important to do what it takes to be involved in your child's life.
* Fighting for your child is crucial, even if the other parent does not agree. Show up, be respectful, and be determined to be there for your child.
* Consistency and compassion are key in building a strong relationship with your child. Be there for them, even if they are not ready to acknowledge or accept you.
* Educate yourself and seek advice from mentors to overcome the fear and uncertainty of fatherhood. Surround yourself with good people who can support and guide you.
* Being present and consistent in your child's life can have a profound impact on their well-being and development. Show them unconditional love and support.
* Enjoy the journey of parenthood and explore life with your children. Be open to new experiences and learn from the challenges and joys of raising a family.

Chapters
00:00
Introduction and Background
03:44
The Purpose of the Podcast
06:35
The Importance of Tough Love
10:07
Learning from Children
12:46
The Origins of 'You're Not My Father'
23:48
The Deep Conversation about G.I. Joe
26:00
Accepting Change and Being Authentic
27:34
Losing Hair and Embracing Change
28:55
The Impact of Words
29:18
Building Confidence in Children
32:03
Insecurities and Impact
33:00
Different Approaches for Different Children
35:33
Balancing Confidence and Humility
38:36
Helping Children Learn Compassion
45:32
The Struggle of Being Estranged from a Child
53:08
Advice for Rebuilding a Relationship
56:23
The Financial Burden
57:15
The Importance of Fighting for Your Child
58:09
Advice for New Parents
01:00:09
The Emotional Toll
01:01:30
Lessons Learned
01:04:34
The Power of Being There
01:06:05
Consistency and Compassion
01:09:19
The Role of a Father
01:10:09
The Importance of Trying Harder
01:12:26
Being Present for Our Children
01:15:06
Protecting Our Children from Hurt
01:18:09
The Impact of Consistency
01:19:01
The Art of Eating Ben & Jerry's
01:23:25
Exploring Life and Parenthood


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