Guest Simon O'Neill: velocityfinancial.co.nz
Takeaways
- Show up and be present as a father, especially during the early years of a child's life.
- Find a balance between protecting your children and allowing them to face challenges and develop resilience.
- Learn from difficult experiences and use them as opportunities for personal growth and strength.
- Build a support network of friends and family who can provide guidance and understanding during tough times. Everyone has their own story and experiences, both good and bad.
- Encouraging men to be vulnerable and open up requires creating a safe environment and sharing personal stories.
- Regular check-ins and meaningful conversations are important for maintaining strong relationships.
- Staying strong during separations involves allowing oneself to grieve and seeking support from helplines or online groups.
- Strong emotions towards others often stem from past experiences and can be observed rather than reacted to.
- Building resilience and a positive mindset takes time and practice.
Chapters
00:00 Origin Story
03:07 School and Resilience
05:32 Parenting and Family Dynamics
09:03 The Importance of Fatherhood
10:11 Lessons from Resilience
14:06 The Power of Vulnerability
18:44 Finding Hope in Tragic Endings
27:56 Encouraging Vulnerability in Men
32:40 Overcoming Separation and Loss
36:04 Taking Small Steps in Vulnerability
41:03 Dealing with Relationship Challenges
43:01 The Power of Surroundings and Mindset
43:31 Observing Thoughts and Emotions
44:41 Road Rage and State of Mind
45:47 Projections and Emotional Reactions
46:26 Understanding Strong Emotions
47:23 Resilience and Priorities
48:17 Insecurities and Perceptions
49:13 Personal Growth and Support Network
