Role modelling matters for working dads in so many ways
“I saw a comment on Facebook recently, it was a mum talking about the importance of career role modelling for her daughter, showing her a future where she could smash the glass ceiling, to be anything she wanted to be.
It got me thinking. We don’t use the same language when we talk about dads. Yes, we describe the benefits of dads being great role models for healthy masculinity for their sons, but I’m not sure we ever say the same about role modelling for daughters?”
I cover two key areas that all dads should be thinking about:
Five reasons why equality at home should matter to you.
and
What can you do to support equality at home?
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Recorded on ‘freedom day’ we reflect on 18 months of pandemic podcast chat, the highs and lows and the fascinating guests we have been lucky enough to have on the show.
Cat’s in the Cradle is a well known song but have you ever paid attention to the words?
What dads do and role model at home is of vital significance to the chances of their daughter’s career success and to the health of their son’s future relationships.
We look back at the guests, the stories and the tips that caught our eye since January.
In 2012 Rhian Mannings’ life suddenly and tragically changed when first her young son George died, followed 5 days later by her husband Paul. She then founded 2 Wish Upon A Star.
What it means to be good ally? How Brian’s own family were a prompt to volunteer in diversity and inclusion voluntary work and why men must be involved if we aren’t just creating inclusion echo chambers.
The musician who doesn’t read music, the drummer who didn’t play the drums and a calming, pragmatic influence in Coldplay.
In a powerful discussion about masculinity, purpose, and self awareness, ex Army Commando Instructor Dan describes how, far from being a magical time, becoming a new dad…
I didn’t always have a coaching business that focuses on helping stressed dads balance work and fatherhood.
Poor Work Life Balance contributes to poor mental health. But the solutions are out there.
Dads, your work life balance is important, but so too is an understanding of ‘mental load’ and what you can do about it!
The easiest thing to do is NOT talk about how you feel, to bottle it up. But that doesn’t help anyone.
What does Gillette’s advert say about modern day masculinity?
Yep, being a hands on Dad IS masculine.
Taking action on your work life balance - international sportsman style
In common with so many couples, we experienced miscarriages. Psychotherapist Noel McDermott looks at the emotional impact of miscarriage and how we can improve support for men.