In this episode, Dan explores the Sage Perspective, the mindset that allows Christian fathers to see every circumstance through wisdom, faith, and possibility rather than fear or reactivity. Drawing from Positive Intelligence and Scripture, he explains how perspective shapes leadership and how a father’s internal narrative directly impacts his home, marriage, and influence. Dan shares a personal story from his transition out of the Army, showing how a painful setback became an unexpected opportunity for connection, spiritual modeling, and family unity.
He walks listeners through the five-step Sage Perspective practice: pause, name your saboteur, do a PQ rep, ask the Sage question (“Where is the gift?”), and take one wise action. Real-life examples and journaling prompts help fathers apply the principles immediately. Ultimately, Dan reminds dads that their families are shaped not only by what they do, but by how they see. When fathers choose God’s perspective, their homes shift toward peace, trust, and resilience.
00:00 – Intro + why perspective shapes leadership
02:03 – What is the Sage Perspective?
04:10 – The biblical foundation for reframing challenges
06:32 – Dan’s Army retirement story & unexpected gifts
10:45 – Why perspective matters for Christian dads
12:20 – Everyday examples: meltdowns, criticism, setbacks
14:15 – The five Sage Powers
16:02 – The five-step Sage Perspective framework
20:45 – Real-life scenario practice
23:10 – Weekly coaching challenge & journaling prompts
25:55 – Closing encouragement & CTAs
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