In this episode of the Fathering Strong podcast, Eli Williams interviews Terron Edwards, who shares his profound journey of fatherhood, personal trauma, and the founding of Fathers Making Progress. Terron reflects on his childhood experiences, the impact of losing his father at a young age, and how these experiences shaped his approach to parenting. He discusses the challenges he faced as a teen father and how becoming a dad transformed his life. Terron also elaborates on his work with Fathers Making Progress, an organization dedicated to supporting fathers and improving community dynamics. He emphasizes the importance of co-parenting, breaking generational cycles, and the need for strong support systems for fathers. The conversation is both heart-wrenching and inspiring, showcasing Terron's resilience and commitment to making a difference in the lives of fathers and families.Takeaways- Terron's father was a significant influence despite his early death.- Losing his father at a young age led to many challenges.- Becoming a father at 16 changed Terron's perspective on life.- Terron founded Fathers Making Progress to support fathers in the community.- The organization aims to break generational cycles of trauma.- Co-parenting is crucial for the well-being of children.- Terron emphasizes the importance of love and support in parenting.- He believes in turning personal tragedies into lessons for others.- The need for community support for fathers is paramount.- Terron is motivated by a deep sense of purpose in his work.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Fatherhood Stories01:28 Growing Up Without a Father07:16 Becoming a Father: Early Experiences15:25 Founding Fathers Making Progress24:26 Current Work and Future Aspirations29:36 Turning Tragedy into Purpose35:05 Motivation and Purpose in FatherhoodReach Terron at:https://www.fathersmakingprogress.org/https://www.facebook.com/milwaukeefatherhoodmovementhttps://www.instagram.com/fathersmakingprogress/email: Contactthemovement@Fathersmakingprogress.orgPodcast produced by: https://www.movementum.com/
