Profound Transformation, Creating Family Culture, and More with Brian Smith
Description
In episode #29, we visit a with fellow Houstonian and Baylor Bear, Brian Smith. Brian shares his journey of becoming a better father and husband, drawing from the profound transformation he witnessed in his own father after a pivotal moment of faith. We explored the challenges and joys of parenting, particularly the unique experience of raising daughters. Brian's stories about his father's shift from a hardworking provider to a present and engaged parent were not only inspiring but also a testament to the power of personal change.
Brian's message of gratitude to his father for the life lessons imparted and his desire to pass on those values to his daughters was a powerful reminder of the enduring influence of a father's love and guidance.
Join us for this episode of "Bear Crawl with Dads" as we navigate the rewarding path of fatherhood, learning and growing along the way.
00:02:54 - Brian and His Wife's Long-Distance Relationship
00:03:42 - Brian's Houstonian Roots and Family Background
00:04:16 - Favorite BBQ Spot
00:05:07 - Daughters and Parenting Experience
00:06:02 - Father's Influence and Leap of Faith
00:07:10 - The Impact of Faith on Brian's Father
00:09:10 - Brian's Reflection on His Father's Transformation
00:11:12 - Father's Career Crisis and Faith Journey
00:18:19 - Challenges as a Father
00:20:04 - Realization of Fatherhood's Impact
00:21:28 - Thoughts on Raising Two Girls
00:22:13 - Advice from His Father
00:24:57 - Reflections on His Father's Advice and Legacy
00:25:41 - Parenting Philosophy and Challenges
00:27:24 - Aspirations for His Daughters' Self-Esteem
00:28:01 - Intentional Parenting Moments
00:29:07 - Perspective on Empowering His Daughters
00:33:06 - Transition from Guiding to Letting Go as a Parent
00:34:10 - Gratitude for His Father's Example
00:36:09 - Thoughts on Creating Family Traditions and Rites of Passage
00:37:10 - Plans for Creating a Family Culture
00:38:24 - Concerns About Social Media's Impact on His Daughters
00:39:39 - Intention to Protect His Daughters in a Digital Age
00:41:41 - Desire for Open Communication with His Daughters
00:42:56 - Thoughts on Establishing Family Traditions
00:44:10 - Family Culture of Community Service
00:45:03 - Personal Rites of Passage and Family Traditions
00:46:16 - Intention to Create Memorable Experiences with His Daughters
00:49:49 - Gratitude and Understanding Toward His Father
00:50:11 - Message to His Dad Now That He's a Father
RESOURCES MENTIONED:
Stephen F Austin State University
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