The Pride Of Portsmouth, All Things Point To Some Good, Men Needing Community & More with Jim Miller

For Episode #24 of Bear Crawl with Dads, we visit with Jim Miller, entrepreneur, husband, and father who grew up on the banks of the Ohio River. Jim shares about his growing up in Portsmouth, Ohio, losing his father at 15, being a girl Dad, finding the good in everything, and so much more. You are going to want to know Jim as he is truly a one of a kind. 

 

IN TODAY’S EPISODE WE DISCUSS: 

 

00:02:03 Podcast guest from small town.

00:06:03 No takeaway

00:14:25 Family traditions shape identity.

00:20:33 Father was best friend, instilled work ethic.

00:24:28 Importance of nurturing creativity.

00:33:01 Father's promise shaped son's life.

00:41:07 Intentional parenting shapes independent children.

00:46:04 Finding the positive in everything.

00:49:07 Finding good in everything.

00:55:10 Understanding and addressing children's behavior.

01:05:46 Empower children through advocacy.

01:07:14 Open lines of honest communication.

01:13:08 Open communication with children is key.

01:23:06 Promote independence and open communication.

01:24:43 Family traditions and bonding.

01:37:09 Identity crisis for modern dads.

01:37:52 Men need examples and support.

01:43:27 Connect through shared interests and activities.

01:51:30 Importance of father figures.

01:55:37 Importance of asking questions.

 

 

 

 

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