Do you ever get to the end of the day and wonder, “Did I actually connect with my family today—or did I just get through the checklist?” 

It’s so easy to fall into a routine where we’re physically present but emotionally checked out—rushing from one task to the next without really being with our kids in the moments that matter most.

In this episode, we share the guiding principle that’s helped us keep our family at the center and helped us know how to be present parents—even in the busiest seasons of life raising three kids. You’ll learn how to use this simple mindset shift to become more present and create meaningful connections with your family every single day.

Things we’ll talk about in this podcast:

• Anthony’s background story.
• The mental mistake parents make that keep you from putting your family first.
• The “funeral experiment” that can help you put life into perspective.
• What success and failure looks like in family life.

If you're craving more presence and connection at home, this podcast is for you—let’s dive in.

00:00 Introduction: Prioritizing Family
00:32 Anthony's Background and Family Challenges
01:57 The Guiding Principle: No Success Can Compensate for Failure at Home
03:20 Applying the Principle in Daily Life
07:28 Defining Success in Parenting
11:13 Real-Life Examples and Final Thoughts
13:07 Conclusion and Free Resource

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