In this episode of the Intentional Marriage Podcast, host Justin is joined by his eldest son, Ethan. Justin reflects on his past struggles with balancing work and family life, particularly during his time working long hours for a company. He shares how every decision he made during that time seemed to be the wrong one, as he desperately tried to save his family. However, this experience led him to prioritize his children and become more present in their lives. Justin and Ethan discuss the importance of fatherhood and the impact it has on a child's upbringing. They also touch on the significance of setting boundaries and instilling healthy habits in children, such as limiting screen time. Ethan shares his perspective on his father's parenting style and offers advice to new fathers on being involved in their children's lives, particularly in activities like sports. The episode concludes with Justin expressing his pride in his son and excitement for his future endeavours.
KEY TAKEAWAYS
- The importance of being present and involved in your children's lives: The podcast emphasizes the significance of being actively engaged in your children's activities and spending quality time with them. This can create lasting memories and strengthen the parent-child bond.
- Balancing work and family life: The host shares his personal experience of struggling to balance his demanding job with his family responsibilities. This serves as a reminder to prioritize family time and consider the impact of work on family dynamics.
- Setting boundaries and limits: The host mentions implementing rules and limits for his children, such as screen time restrictions. This teaches them the importance of self-discipline and helps them develop healthy habits.
- Reflecting on past decisions: The host acknowledges that some of his decisions as a father may not have been ideal, particularly in terms of work-life balance. This highlights the importance of self-reflection and learning from past mistakes to improve as a parent.
- The impact of parenting on children's future choices: The host discusses how his parenting style and values have influenced his son's decision-making process, particularly in terms of choosing a career that aligns with his desired family life. This emphasizes the role parents play in shaping their children's values and priorities.
BEST MOMENTS
"I don't want my picture taken. I don't want to be on video."
"I'm trying to build a business and while yes there are some selfish implications in there, the end goal is not that. The end goal is to help out you and Derek and that is kind of the driving force behind it."
"Every decision I made was a bad decision." - Justin reflecting on his struggles during his marriage.
"I paid more attention to my kids after this."
"I guess just make sure you're involved in their life… make sure you're there for that because when they get older they remember that."
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Justin and Cresta Burt are marriage coaches who specialize in helping couples regain their intimacy inside and outside the bedroom. They share how their Intentional Marriage principles can help couples find their "Happily Ever After."
Though they have a great sense of humour and enjoy making people laugh, Justin and Cresta take their work seriously. They know that marriages can be healed and relationships can be restored when both partners are intentional about making things better.
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