10 Grounding Tools For Your Fathering Toolbox (Part 2)

Today is Part 2 of a two-part series titled, "10 Grounding Tools for Your Fathering Toolbox." And I want to highlight that these episodes aren’t just for dads this time. These resources will STRENGTHEN each of you if you practice and put them into action. I’m excited to share all of these PROACTIVE STRATEGIES with you from 27 years in clinical counseling practice because I believe they will make a POSITIVE difference in your lives and in the ways you interact with those around you. 

As I shared two weeks ago, just think of this as two FREE counseling sessions from my heart to yours! Let’s all join in taking responsibility for our own actions and walk together in supporting each other on our healing journeys. Let’s do this…together! 

10 Grounding Tools For Your Fathering Toolbox (Part 1)

This is one of my all-time favorite topics that I’ve ever recorded on The Dad Whisperer Podcast! And though I’ve titled this two-part series: "10 Grounding Tools for Your FATHERING Toolbox,” the resources I’m sharing here are definitely applicable to ANYONE AND EVERYONE. Just think of this as two FREE counseling sessions from my heart to yours!

In this series, I’m teaching you how to regulate your emotional intensity with PRACTICAL and PROACTIVE strategies from 27 years in clinical counseling practice. These tools will empower you to lower your arousal systems in proactive and positive ways that will lead you to be the person you want to be with an overflow of positivity to those around you. I look forward to hearing from you after you listen because at the end of the day, I believe we all seek to be healthier and more whole. Let’s do this…together! 

What Great Fathers Tell Their Daughters and Granddaughters (Interview with Jim Ramos)

I’m so excited to have Jim Ramos of Men in the Arena joining me today as he brings encouragement and hope by sharing stories from his childhood that have impacted him as a dad and now as “Papa” to one VERY LOVED granddaughter. I guarantee you’ll be inspired to follow his lead in becoming MORE COMMUNICATIVE as you share your wisdom with your daughters and granddaughters, just like he’s learned to do along the way!

Syncing a Dad’s Superpower with His Daughter’s Love Language (Interview with Dr. Gary Chapman)

It is truly an honor today to be joined by Dr. Gary Chapman, author of the AMAZING 5 Love Languages book series, as he unpacks the powerful impact a dad has in his daughter’s life when he syncs his superpower (a.k.a. turning his HEART towards her) with speaking her love language. Dr. Gary warmly communicates practical action steps that dads can take to make a HUGE positive difference in how he relates to his daughter. You’re going to LOVE gleaning from his wisdom!  

Find Dr. Gary Chapman here on Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter.

How a Dad Can Lead His Daughter to Have a Biblical Worldview in Our Turbulent World (Interview with Alex McFarland)

Alex McFarland is a national broadcaster on American Family Radio, an educator and author who has written over 150 published articles and 19 books on religion, culture, and youth. Today he shares his own story as we dive into discussing ways that a dad can lead his daughter to have a biblical worldview in our turbulent world. If you're in need of some coaching from a humble and wise dad, you’ll love listening to this interview! 

10 Ways a Dad Can Win His Daughter’s Heart This Valentine’s Day

Happy Valentines Dads! Here’s your 10-step plan of action to WIN your daughter’s heart TODAY on Valentine’s Day. And if you want to leave a lasting imprint, it would be a GREAT IDEA to do as many of these things as possible. There’s nothing better than showing EXTRA love on this day, and your daughter is worth every ounce of your EXTRA effort and TLC. Make this a day she will always remember! 

Hallmarks of Hope-Filled Fathers (Interview with Dr. Ken Canfield)

Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast, my husband, Dr. Ken Canfield, is talking about the 3 HALLMARKS OF HOPE-FILLED FATHERS. He'll be sharing about the science of HOPE and how this one factor has a POWERFUL, LIFE-CHANGING impact on the way dads engage their daughters. 

Dad, Your Story Isn’t Done (Interview with Jorge and Kat Vasquez)

Dad, have you ever felt that your history disqualifies you from being the dad you want to be? If so, you'll be encouraged today by Jorge and Kat Vasquez, hosts of The Revolution TV, as they herald the message that YOUR STORY IS NOT DONE!

Find out more about Jorge, Kat, and their ministry here.

🎉 Your 1-2-3 Strategy for 2023 🎉

Hey Dads….To start the new year, I have a fun way to begin with 🎉🎉🎉 YOUR 1-2-3 STRATEGY FOR 2023 🎉🎉🎉 If you want a quick and easy way to set your focus AND connect with your daughter at the same time, you won’t want to miss today’s episode of The Dad Whisperer Podcast! 

12 Ways a Dad Can Give More Christmas Presence

Hey Dads…You’ve all heard of the 12 DAYS of Christmas. Here’s my variation on the theme for today's The Dad Whisperer Podcast titled: 12 WAYS a Dad Can Give More Christmas PRESENCE. If you’re ready for 12 practical action steps to give your daughter the Christmas gift of your time and doing memorable activities with you, then you’ll LOVE today’s episode. 

When Death Forces You to Face Life On Purpose (Interview with Benny DiChiara)

Today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast I have the privilege of interviewing Christian singer, Benny DiChiara, who not only opens up about his personal story of living life on purpose after a near-death experience, but tells how he connects with his two adult daughters. And as we’re less then three weeks from Christmas, Benny shares that BOTH of his daughters were born ON December 25th...so they’ve always been his extra special Christmas gifts!

The Activation of Appreciation

Happy Thanksgiving Dads! And as a way to celebrate this holiday, today’s podcast is all about highlighting what happens when there is THE ACTIVATION OF APPRECIATION. I’m sharing stories and stats to show the health benefits and family strengthening that come from doing this one thing: EXPRESSING APPRECIATION to those you love. Go Dads!

How to Increase Empathy When You Never Learned How

Dad, do you struggle to understand your daughter’s emotions and have genuine empathy for her experiences? Difficult as it is, today’s episode of The Dad Whisperer Podcast will give you practical tips and help you reflect on why that might be, bringing the conversation full-circle to help you become more kind to not only your daughter, but to all others in your life. You won’t want to miss it!

The Personal Fathering Profile (Interview with Dr. Ken Canfield)

Hey Dads…Today is part two of my conversation with my husband, Dr. Ken Canfield (founder of the National Center for Fathering) who is not only sharing about a POWERFUL tool for your fathering toolbox, The Personal Fathering Profile, but he’s highlighting the debut THIS WEEK of the PFP as an app. The National Center of Fathering is now making it’s research-based resources available for dads and small groups to strengthen fathers everywhere and he’s excited to tell you all about it!

The 7 Secrets of Effective Fathers (Interview with Dr. Ken Canfield)

Hey Dads…I’m so excited to have my husband, Dr. Ken Canfield (founder of the National Center for Fathering) here for a two-part series where you’ll have the privilege of hearing his heart. Today we’re talking about his best-selling book that’s been translated into 10 languages titled, The 7 Secrets of Effective Fathers. Join us today and learn these tried and true secrets based on years of research.  

How a Dad Can Integrate the Bible with His Daughter’s Real-Life Dilemmas (Interview with Nicholas Leone)

My guest today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast is Nick Leone, an entrepreneur and creator of the Business Bible. Having studied Private Equity and Corporate Governance at Harvard Business School, he believes the Bible holds strategies that give wisdom for every area of our lives. As a father of four, you’ll love hearing Nick's heart as he shares how a dad cam integrate the Bible with his daughter’s real-life dilemmas.

From Corrupted Kid To Connected Dad (Interview with Bob Borelli)

My guest today on The Dad Whisperer Podcast is a man you’re going to love named Robert Borelli. He spent over 22 years actively living the Mafia lifestyle of money, crime and drug addiction, which ultimately sent him to prison where he discovered truth, faith and purpose. Today we’re talking about his latest book and autobiography, The Witness, as well as the impact his daughter had on his spiritual rebirth. 

7 Keys To Raising An Empowered Daughter

Hey Dad…if you want a straight forward list of the top 7 things I believe will give you laser focus when it comes to raising an empowered daughter, you’ll love today’s episode of The Dad Whisperer Podcast. My goal is to make things CLEAR, CONCISE, and CONCRETE so you know exactly what your daughter needs from you. Take a listen and share with your friends!

When a Daughter Loses Her Dad to Suicide (Interview with Dawn Rae Mae)

Dawn Rae May is a national morning radio host at Moody Radio and is one of the most courageous guests I’ve ever had on The Dad Whisperer Podcast. She shares her RAW and REAL story of losing her dad to suicide only two years ago and invites us into a complex process that she’s still in the midst of dealing with. Dawn gives us a gift of her transparency and authenticity by revealing the impact that her dad’s choices have had on her life.

For more information and content by Dawn, check her out on Facebook, Instagram, or her fantastic radio program hosted with Moody Radio.