The Pride Of Portsmouth, All Things Point To Some Good, Men Needing Community & More with Jim Miller
For Episode #24 of Bear Crawl with Dads, we visit with Jim Miller, entrepreneur, husband, and father who grew up on the banks of the Ohio River. Jim shares about his growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, losing his father at 15, being a girl Dad, finding the good in everything, and so much more. You are going to want to know Jim as he is truly a one of a kind. IN TODAY’S EPISODE WE DISCUSS: 00:02:03 Podcast guest from small town. 00:06:03 No takeaway 00:14:25 Family traditions shape identity. 00:20:33 Father was best friend, instilled work ethic. 00:24:28 Importance of nurturing creativity. 00:33:01 Father's promise shaped son's life. 00:41:07 Intentional parenting shapes independent children. 00:46:04 Finding the positive in everything. 00:49:07 Finding good in everything. 00:55:10 Understanding and addressing children's behavior. 01:05:46 Empower children through advocacy. 01:07:14 Open lines of honest communication. 01:13:08 Open communication with children is key. 01:23:06 Promote independence and open communication. 01:24:43 Family traditions and bonding. 01:37:09 Identity crisis for modern dads. 01:37:52 Men need examples and support. 01:43:27 Connect through shared interests and activities. 01:51:30 Importance of father figures. 01:55:37 Importance of asking questions. RESOURCES MENTIONED: Portsmouth, Ohio Aristotle Duchesne Academy of The Sacred Heart Baylor University WHERE WE CAN CONNECT: Follow Bear Crawl with Dads on Instagram Follow Bear Crawl with Dads on Twitter Connect with Bear Crawl with Dads on Facebook Follow Ross Purdy on LinkedIn Bear Crawl with Dad’s website FOLLOW & REVIEW ON APPLE PODCASTS Are you following the podcast? If you are not, I want to encourage you to follow today so you don’t miss any future episodes! I have so many amazing guests and topics lined up; I would hate for you to miss a single one! Click here to follow on Apple Podcasts. Could I ask a big favor? If you are loving the show, I would LOVE it if you would leave me a review on Apple Podcasts. I read each and every one! Wondering how to leave a review? Click here to review, then select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review”. So easy and so appreciated! OTHER EPISODES YOU’LL ENJOY 01: Dads, Dogs, and, Parenting with Lamar Smith 02: Texas Football, Greatest Generation, and More with Geoff King 03: Arkansas, Africa, and Father Memories on the Farm with Todd Brogdon 04: Laughter, Parenting Three Girls, and Our True North with Steve Pulley 05: The Pulpit to Nepal to Being Present with Adam Nevins 06: 5th Generation Texan, Refugees, and More with Joel Vestal 07: Loss of a Mother, Legacy of Laugher, & the Power of Being Present with David Hamilton