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Summary
In this episode of the Young Dad podcast, Jey and Bryant discuss their experiences as fathers and the joys and challenges of raising their children. Both fathers emphasize the importance of instilling independence and self-confidence in their children, as well as maintaining open lines of communication. The conversation explores the importance of teaching children to navigate real-life situations and make choices. It emphasizes the need to let children experience the consequences of their actions and learn from them. In this conversation, Bryant discusses his personal experiences with mental and emotional health issues, specifically depression and ADHD. He talks about the pressure to be the 'rock' for his family and the challenges of balancing his own needs with the expectations placed on him as a father and husband.

Quotes of the Year:
"Know who you are and take pride in who you are."
"Nobody's perfect, so if you're not perfect, what was it? Brett Atomic Havoc years ago, like when it first came out. And one of his things was don't miss twice."
"She's one of my best friends. I love her to death. I couldn't do life without her."
"It's not that deep, bro."
"The first time I got a bro from both of my girls was just... It stopped me in my tracks of bro."
"If you get hit by your sister and you don't hit yourself back, then you're gonna keep getting pumped."
"I want to do something for me but I can't because I have to be there for them"
"We either don't want to because it makes us feel weak or like it somehow makes us seem less"
"Showing my kids that I can have bad days is huge"

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
02:44 Getting Dogs and Their Impact
05:12 Personal Dog Stories
08:16 Fatherhood Journey and Parenting Approach
15:41 Dealing with Challenges in Parenting
23:18 Growing Up with Kids and Their Personalities
26:14 Teaching Kids Real-Life Lessons
31:39 Empathy and Communication Skills
36:22 Balancing Independence and Admitting Mistakes
37:17 Teaching Independence to Younger Siblings
38:20 The Power of Choices
39:07 Understanding Consequences of Choices
40:06 Making Choices in Relationships
41:02 Modeling Behavior for Children
41:29 The Impact of Parental Behavior on Children
41:58 The Importance of Being Present
43:24 Appreciating the Beauty of Real Life
44:22 Finding Joy in the Mundane
45:42 The Wonder of Everyday Moments
46:59 Losing Touch with the Beauty of Life
48:53 The Importance of Being Present as a Father
50:47 Struggles with Depression and ADHD
52:23 The Pressure of Being a Provider
53:30 The Burden of Worrying About the Future
54:57 The Stigma Around Seeking Mental Health Help
56:58 The Importance of Talking About Mental Health
58:39 The Challenges of ADHD
01:00:08 You Are Not Alone in Your Struggles
01:01:33 Finding Joy in the Little Things
01:16:34 Basketball Court in the Airport
01:17:02 Engaging with Other Dads and Parents
01:18:13 Sharing the Basketball Court Discovery
01:19:01 Excitement for Upcoming Events
01:19:39 Celebrities in Indianapolis
01:20:22 Indianapolis: A Small City Feel
01:20:46 Closing Remarks