In this podcast episode of Being A Better Father In Today’s World! Angela and Patti discussed how a father can be understood, respected, welcomed, and supported in isolation from the coronavirus situation. Families being in isolation is triggering a lot of uncomfortable feelings and stress. Click on the link below to listen to the full podcast episode:
The stressors:
Being out of work, isolated, and stressed about money can make people sad, angry, feel out of control, and fear the unknown.
What is a good father?
They share equally in household chores, helping with caring for the kids and their activities, reflecting respect and loving-kindness towards the wife/partner/the children’s mother by scheduling date nights and eating dinner with the family at least once a week. They are kind and patient with their partner and children. They are easy to talk to. They share their life experiences, leading by example or telling what not to do, and supporting their family in many ways.
Angela references the Ted Talk – What Representing Men in Divorce Taught Me About Fatherhood | Marilyn York https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RlSwsE22nX0
Set up healthy family boundaries:
1. Set family guidelines of what is acceptable and what is not.
2. Awareness of what is happening and compassionately discussing it with solutions.
3. Make a conscious decision to stop unacceptable behaviors, so everyone feels safe, loved, and protected.
We would love your thoughts and comments:
“What does being a good father mean to you”?
Angela and I would like to thank you for listening.
If you have a topic or question, email us at BBRatHomeandWork@gmail.com.






