56% of parents lack confidence in their parenting

71% of parents struggle to find the time to enjoy activities with their kids

80% wanted more information about how to improve their relationship with their kids

“62% of parents we interviewed define successful parenting as ‘having done the best they could, regardless of the outcomes’.” —George Barna

“Like all parents, my husband and I just do the best we can, hold our breath, and hope we’ve set aside enough money for our kid’s therapy.” — Michelle Pfeiffer

“Sometimes I feel unqualified to be a parent. I call those times being awake.” — Jim Gaffigan

overbearing <——> uninvolved

Establish boundaries and then let them run.

Be firm yet forgiving.

Clarify expectations yet be safe.

Don’t bail them out every time.

Model for them what you’d like to see from them.

Give them the freedom to fail.

overbearing <——> uninvolved

I set the spiritual direction in our home. I make it a safe place emotionally through my demeanor and speech. I give the best of my energy, focus, and passion at home and not just spend it all at work. I pray with and for my kids. I practice what they hear me preach. I will not be some phony preacher who is a totally different guy at home than I am on stage. I regularly evaluate my fathering by asking my wife and my kids, "How I am doing?" And I listen to their feedback without getting defensive. I share what they give me permission to with my group and let these men hold me accountable.

overbearing <—[prayerful & intentional]—> uninvolved