The Tired Dad & Tired Mom Podcast

In this episode, we share our personal journey through marriage, challenges like postpartum depression, and how we built a strong, connected relationship despite setbacks. We discuss practical strategies for communication, equality, and redefining traditional roles to create a thriving marriage.Chapters00:00 Introduction and episode overview02:00 Personal stories and challenges faced in marriage05:08 Impact of postpartum depression and communication gaps10:08 The importance of redefining roles and equality14:53 Building a strong, connected partnership over years20:14 Community, support, and creating a shared life25:12 Practical advice for couples and men in marriage30:13 Introducing their app and community project35:05 Encouragement for ongoing personal and relationship growth39:51 Final thoughts and closingFollow The Tired DadFollow The Tired MomFollow on YouTubeFollow on SubstackFollow on FacebookFollow on TikTokSend your questions, comments, and stories to [email protected] collaboration inquires to [email protected]  

Get the BOOK In this episode, we share our honest experiences of parenting through a challenging summer, the stress, expectations, slowing down, and finding joy in simple moments. We discuss how societal pressures and personal struggles impact our mental health and relationships, emphasizing the importance of grace and perspective. 0:00 — Intro 0:18 — A hard summer 1:45 — No breaks, no help 3:42 — Comparing our summer 5:31 — Teaching patience 6:05 — The pressure of comparison 8:19 — Too much stimulation 10:08 — Boredom was a luxury 11:27 — Are we doing enough? 13:27 — Give yourself grace 14:27 — Present vs. realistic 17:01 — Slow down, don’t speed up 18:10 — What would we miss? 20:12 — Random togetherness 21:33 — Creating a home you don’t need to vacation from 23:59 — Small moments matter 26:21 — Entering a new phase of life 27:51 — Sobriety and daily work 28:03 — Looking beyond yourself 29:09 — The pressure of being the provider 31:31 — Perspective and mental battles 34:23 — You’re not alone 36:24 — Calling it what it is 39:02 — Struggle builds strength 41:38 — Closing and subscribe reminder Follow The Tired Dad Follow The Tired Mom Follow on YouTube Follow on Substack Follow on Facebook Follow on TikTok Send your questions, comments, and stories to [email protected] Send collaboration inquires to [email protected]  

Get the BOOK Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the episode and personal background 00:48 The roommate phase and its effects on marriage 02:18 The importance of stopping competition in relationships 03:28 The dangers of rehearsed arguments and ego defense 04:28 Influence of outside opinions and family on marriage 05:42 Effective communication and understanding each other's perspectives 07:28 Emotional intelligence and gender differences 09:22 Killing the ego to connect emotionally 10:14 Jessica's independence and power struggle in early marriage 12:22 Embracing authenticity and emotional vulnerability 14:12 Redefining strength through emotional intelligence 15:18 The impact of ego on intimacy and sex life 17:11 Reciprocity and unconditional love in marriage 20:32 Addressing purity culture and past relationship influences 22:26 Recommended reading: Ego as the Enemy by Ryan Holiday 23:24 Closing remarks and gratitude Follow The Tired Dad Follow The Tired Mom Follow on YouTube Follow on Substack Follow on Facebook Follow on TikTok Send your questions, comments, and stories to [email protected] Send collaboration inquires to [email protected]

Order The Tired Dad Book In this episode, we explore the challenges of postpartum resentment, effective communication in marriage, and breaking generational cycles of divorce.  Chapters 00:00 Introduction and episode overview 00:19 Postpartum resentment and its effects 01:22 The importance of acknowledging feelings 02:30 Effective communication and empathy 04:24 Building better connection after postpartum 06:35 Handling the roommate phase in marriage 09:27 The importance of apologies and humility 12:17 Understanding triggers and past trauma 16:38 Breaking destructive family cycles 20:24 Resentment and conflict resolution 24:37 Healing and moving forward in marriage 37:24 The impact of divorce on family dynamics 43:00 Creating a healthy environment for children 52:18 Self-compassion and personal growth Follow The Tired Dad Follow The Tired Mom Follow on YouTube Follow on Substack Follow on Facebook Follow on TikTok Send your questions, comments, and stories to [email protected] Send collaboration inquires to [email protected]  

This episode we share candid stories about parenting, marriage, and embracing authenticity in everyday life. From Father's Day celebrations to parenting hacks, kids wearing what they want, to accidentally cussing in front of them, this episode is a heartfelt look at life's beautiful chaos. Order The Tired Dad Book. Chapters 00:00 Father's Day Reflections 02:47 The Chaos of Father's Day Morning 05:44 Navigating Parenting Challenges 08:38 The Impact of Language on Kids 11:48 Embracing the Weirdness in Parenting 14:34 Finding Joy in Parenting Moments 17:33 Encouraging Authenticity in Kids 20:15 The Importance of Being Yourself 23:25 Creating Fun Family Moments 28:20 Authenticity in Relationships 32:37 The Pressure of Perfection 38:27 Candid Moments vs. Curated Images 45:10 The Value of Minimalism and Intentional Living 52:14 Embracing the Hard Times Follow The Tired Dad Follow The Tired Mom Follow on YouTube Follow on Substack Follow on Facebook Follow on TikTok Send your questions, comments, and stories to [email protected] Send collaboration inquires to [email protected]