Do you ever feel like anger is your default setting—and you don't even know why? You're not alone. Most dads were never taught how to understand, express, or manage emotions in healthy ways.

In this episode Drew and Ed unpack why emotional literacy matters for dads and kids, how bottling emotions leads to explosions, and what simple daily habits can help your family feel more connected and calm.

• Discover how to identify and name your own emotions before they take control.
• Learn the "Stop, Drop, Breathe" method to regulate stress and respond - not react.
• Find out how to help your kids manage big feelings while strengthening empathy and trust.

Press play now to learn how emotionally aware dads build calmer homes, deeper bonds, and stronger family relationships - starting with one conversation today.

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Timestamps:

[00:00:00 ] – Introduction & Setting the Stage
[00:01:20 ] – Personal Check-ins & Setting the Theme
[00:02:21 ] – What is Emotional Literacy?
[00:03:29 ] – Segment 1: Dads and Their Own Big Feelings
[00:08:38 ] – Segment 2: Helping Kids with Big Feelings
[00:12:40 ] – The Role of Empathy
[00:13:39 ] – Segment 3: Building Everyday Emotional Literacy Habits
[00:16:39 ] – Final Thoughts & Key Takeaways
[00:18:05 ] – Episode Recap & Challenge
[00:19:06 ] – Resources & Closing

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