162: Honoring and Valuing Yourself as a Dad

"We're creating a generation of emotionally intelligent men"
"Men need a lot more community and communal spaces"
"Give your kid a name for it and they can carry that through their lives"

In this episode of the Young Dad Podcast, host Jay interviews Dr. Matt, a clinical psychologist and expert in serving neurodivergent individuals. They discuss the importance of community and support for dads, especially those who are neurodivergent. They emphasize the need for men to be emotionally intelligent and vulnerable, and to seek out spaces where they can connect with other dads. They also talk about the significance of mental health and self-care for fathers, and the importance of honoring and valuing oneself as a dad. The conversation ends with advice for young dads, encouraging them to start where they are and embrace their strengths and weaknesses.

Takeaways
Community and support are crucial for dads, especially those who are neurodivergent.
Men need to be emotionally intelligent and vulnerable, and seek out spaces where they can connect with other dads.
Mental health and self-care are important for fathers to prioritize.
Dads should honor and value themselves, even if they feel like they matter the least in their family.
Young dads should start where they are, embrace their strengths and weaknesses, and seek support for areas they struggle with.

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Business
01:55 Introducing Dr. Matt and His Work
02:46 The Importance of Men's Mental Health
07:33 Creating Community and Spaces for Men to Connect
09:25 Understanding and Supporting Neurodivergent Individuals
10:24 The Power of Diagnosis and Accessing Supportive Communities
21:49 Embracing Strengths and Seeking Support as a Young Dad
36:17 Closing Thoughts and Advice for Young Dads

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