Oct 31 2024 34 mins
Ken Wiesenfeld is a husband of 30 years, with 2 amazing young adult sons, who he could not be more proud of. He wishes that he had the wisdom of those lessons most recently learned about parenting while he was "winging it" during the pre-teen years. In addition to spending time with his family, Ken is the proprietor of a financial consulting practice, providing accounting, finance, and acquisition support to clients.
Lonny Anger has been married for 23 years, and has 3 children, and 2 dogs. He views being a parent as a great gift that comes with no instructions. He is proud to pass on his love of Billy Joel, skiing, and good food onto his children. When he is not with his family, Lonny owns a general contracting company that specializes in commercial interior renovation, and a separate company that builds pickleball courts (as well as tennis and basketball.)
Jessica and Carrie are joined by their husbands. They discuss the overwhelming stress parents face today. They explore the impact of social media on parenting, the importance of work-life balance, and the evolving roles of dads. The conversation also touches on conflict resolution, mindful parenting practices, and the legacy parents wish to leave for their children. Throughout the discussion, the importance of communication and support in parenting is emphasized, along with practical advice for new dads.
Takeaways
- Communication is crucial.
- Get comfortable with being uncomfortable.
- Your own experiences will shape your role as a parent.
Timestamps
00:00 Introduction to the episode and guests
03:15 Discussion on the article about parental stress
07:45 Ken and Lonnie share why they sent the article
12:30 Lonnie on societal pressures and social comparisons
15:50 Ken emphasizes work-life balance and shared responsibilities
19:00 Generational shifts in parenting roles
22:45 Importance of communication in managing parenting roles
26:10 Personal experiences influencing parenting methods
30:00 Impact of conflict resolution visibility on children
33:20 Advice on mindful parenting and being present
37:00 Personal values and hopes for their children's future
40:15 Closing thoughts and appreciation for the podcast work
42:00 Invitation for listener feedback and final remarks
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