In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams interviews Jeff Pinkleton about his experience as a father, specifically as a boy dad. Jeff shares his upbringing in a typical nuclear family and highlights the joy of raising three boys and one girl. He emphasizes the importance of creating moments, memories, and meaningful connections with his children. Jeff also discusses the challenges of transitioning from parenting children to parenting adults and the need to trust in God's guidance. The episode concludes with a reminder to prioritize time and love in fatherhood.
Takeaways
- Creating moments and memories with your children is more valuable than material possessions
- Transitioning from parenting children to parenting adults requires trust in God's guidance
- Prioritize time and love in fatherhood to build strong connections with your children
Chapters
00:00 - Introduction and Background
02:14 - Focus on Raising Fathers
03:02 - Jeff's Boyhood and Desire to Influence Males
04:36 - Highlights of Jeff's Childhood
07:53 - Growing Up in Springfield, Ohio
09:49 - Becoming a Father for the First Time
11:54 - The Best Thing About Being a Boy Dad
13:53 - The Challenges of Parenting Adults
15:49 - Advice for Future Fathers
17:08 - The Gathering of the Miami Valley
18:21 - Raising Boys: Minutes, Moments, and Memories
22:27 - Conclusion and Invitation to Explore FatheringStrong.com
Connect with Jeff at https://gatheringmv.org/ or at:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-pinkleton-pull-aside-podcast/id1578763503
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