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It’s my joy and honor to equip dads with practical tools to better dial into their daughters’ hearts.
With 25 years of experience as a licensed professional counselor and over 35 years working directly with teens and young adult women. Dr. Michelle Watson brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.
Awarded ‘Best Podcast for Men’ by Spark Media.
It’s a joy and honor to equip dads with practical tools to better dial into their daughters’ hearts.
With 25 years of experience as a licensed professional counselor and over 35 years working directly with teens and young adult women, Dr. Michelle Watson Canfield brings practical wisdom to dads with daughters of all ages.
If the bridge between you and your daughter has been broken or burned down and you’re ready to repair and rebuild, but don’t quite know how---then today is the show for you. I will be sharing stories of interactions I’ve had with other dads who have been in the same situation, coupled with practical steps for you to take to restore that which has been damaged.
When a dad is written out of his daughter’s life story, he often feels helpless and lost. Join me as my good friend, David Murrow (best-selling author, national leader, and director of Church for Men), vulnerably shares what he has learned about himself and his daughter through their very challenging journey. This is a powerful interview that you won’t want to miss!
Dads, I realize that listening is HARD WORK! And yet if you’re not listening well, then much of what you do will fall flat and have less than optimal impact. Join me today as I teach you proven, effective ways to be a powerful active listener, which has the added benefit of boosting your daughter’s confidence!
Today on The Dad Whisperer I'm addressing a necessary, yet very intense subject: SEX. After receiving loads of enthusiastic responses from both dads and daughters regarding a blog I wrote last month on the need for dads to talk to their daughter’s about sex, today I am going into more depth on that topic. I realize this is a sensitive subject yet one that I believe is desperately needed for dads to address with their girls. Dads, I hope you’ll join me today to learn proactive ways to lead the conversation about sex with your girls.
Joining me in the studio today are Scott and his adult daughter, Leanne, who courageously share their story of working through challenges in their relationship, which has now led them to be closer than ever before. I believe their vulnerability will inspire you as they allow us into their healing process.
Dad, as a way to support your desire to connect with your daughter’s heart, I will highlight 10 “landmines” to avoid if you want to raise a healthy, vibrant, loving, and spirited daughter. Join me today on The Dad Whisperer to learn 10 things dialed-in dads don’t do!
Today on The Dad Whisperer I have a special guest joining me in the studio: Amy Roloff of TLC's "Little People, Big World." She opens up about her relationship with her dad and shares how he helped build her confidence. You're going to love hearing her story!
With this being National Eating Disorder Awareness Week, today on The Dad Whisperer I'll be talking about ways that dads can help, not hinder, when it comes to promoting a positive BODY IMAGE and SELF IMAGE in their daughters.
Dads, if you have a single daughter, you won't want to miss this interview today with my dear friend, Lauree Austin, as she speaks about navigating life as a single adult woman in a world that often caters to couples. She even lets us in on ways that her dad intentionally pursues her heart in this season of her life!
With this being the day before Valentines Day, we're going to be talking about ROMANCE on The Dad Whisperer today. Listen in and learn the ONE WORD that captures what your daughter longs to hear more than any other when it comes to her heart needs.
Dad, have you ever wondered what it looks like to raise a WARRIOR PRINCESS? If so, then today's show is for you! Join me today on The Dad Whisperer as we talk about what ROYALTY means to girls--a fitting topic one week before Valentines Day.
Today on my radio program for dads of daughters, we'll be talking about "FATHER HUNGER: What Your Daughter is Starving For."
Not only will I be sharing my eating disorder story, as well as quoting excerpts from my good friend Dave Patty's new book, but I'll encourage you to focus on AFFIRMATION, ACCEPTANCE, AFFECTION, and ALLIANCE.
Today on The Dad Whisperer, I’m absolutely privileged to welcome for a second time Dr. Ken Canfield, founder of both the National Center for Fathering as well as the new National Association for Grandparenting (GrandsMatter).
Dr. Ken will talk about the powerful role of grandfathers, not only from his vantage point as one himself, but as a leader in this area of research. Dr. Ken believes grandparents are increasingly vital not only to our communities but to our nations entire—as they have a specific and unique role in strengthening families across generations. He and his association seek to validate, equip, and empower grandparents to leave a legacy, whether natural or spiritual (or both) which will not be forgotten.
You don’t want to miss his incredible insights and heart on this special topic on today's program because GRANDS MATTER.
As we all know, the impact to a daughter’s life when she loses her dad are immense. Today Taylor Smith is joining me to talk about what it’s been like for her to grow up in her father’s absence after he died during her senior year of high school. This conversation is raw and real and one that will touch your heart while giving HOPE that there is LIFE after LOSS.
Dad, do you ever disqualify yourself when it comes to being a spiritual leader in your home? If so, you’re not alone. Today I’m going to share practical ACTION STEPS that daughters have told me they want from their dad in this area. My ongoing desire is to equip you to be the hero that you want to be and your kids need you to be…and leading spiritually is a key way to do just that. On your mark, get set…GO!
I believe there is ONE THING that makes all the difference between being a great dad and a mediocre one. Join me today as I give you the answer to what it is.
Dads, you'll leave your kids a legacy one way or another—for good or bad. Join me today as I share a powerful story of one dad’s impact on his children that's continued to shape them and communicate love even though he's no longer here with them. I'll help you clarify the legacy you want to leave.
Hey Dads…I have a Christmas gift idea for you to give your kids and I believe it'll be the most meaningful Christmas gift they’ve EVER received...The best part is, you won’t have to go to the mall or spend any money on it. (I know, right? Seems too good to be true.) Listen in today and you’ll be glad you did!
You're not going to want to miss my interview today with Dr. Ken Canfield, my dear friend and founder of the National Center for Fathering. As the author of 12 books, Ken is an international influencer who's committed his life to strengthening fathers and their families. Join in as Ken shares his incredible insights on what makes a great dad.
I’m so excited to have my dad in the studio today where we’ll be talking about one of my favorite days of the year: PERFUME DAY! Listen in as we share why we think this can be a great tradition to start with your own daughters.
