Defeating Self-Sabotage: Strategies for a Better Life | Building Men Podcast Ep.218

What's up, everyone! Welcome to another episode of the Building Men podcast. Today, we’re diving deep with David Waldy, the Fierce Empathy Coach. David's story over the last couple of years is a rollercoaster of highs and lows: celebrating ten years of marriage, expecting his fourth child, and tackling some serious health issues. Through it all, he’s embraced resilience, growth, and intentional living.

We’ll talk about David's work as an integrative small business consultant and coach. He shares how resilience and support are crucial in both personal and professional life. David dishes out some real, practical insights on parenting and personal development, focusing on self-awareness, core values, and nurturing a growth mindset in kids.

You’ll get the lowdown on raising resilient and confident kids, handling teenage drama, and leading by example. Plus, we’ll chat about living with intention and purpose, and David will drop some killer habits like immersive gratitude and reflective exercises that help uncover your true calling.

This episode is stacked with wisdom and actionable tips for nurturing young minds, rebuilding societal values, and making meaningful changes. Trust me, you don’t want to miss this one. Tune in, get inspired, and let's make a difference together.

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Key Topics:

1. Life, Growth, Family, and Purpose (0:00:02 - 0:11:18)

   • David Waldy's journey over the past two years.
   • Balancing marriage, family, and health challenges.
   • The importance of resilience and support in personal and professional life.

2. Building Character and Values (0:11:18 - 0:24:11)

   • The role of self-awareness and core values in personal development.
   • Prioritizing emotional intelligence and healthy relationships.
   • The significance of intentionality in daily life and fatherhood.

3. Encouraging Effort Over Identity (0:24:11 - 0:27:28)

   • Fostering resilience and a growth mindset in children.
   • Praising effort and process over inherent abilities.
   • Encouraging self-assessment and intrinsic motivation in kids.

4. Developing Self-Confidence and Parental Modeling (0:27:28 - 0:30:45)

   • The impact of performance-based validation on children's self-confidence.
   • The importance of parents modeling desired behaviors.
   • Raising emotionally healthy children through intentional efforts.

5. Parenting for Long-Term Success (0:30:45 - 0:34:23)

   • Strategies for proactive and intentional parenting.
   • Teaching self-regulation and coping skills.
   • Engaging children with questions that encourage creativity and effort.

6. Relationships and Parenting Concerns (0:34:23 - 0:37:08)

   • Addressing teenage challenges and modeling positive behaviors.
   • The significance of open communication and self-reflection for parents.
   • Strengthening family bonds through compassionate conversations.

7. Parenting and Personal Development (0:37:08 - 0:42:55)

   • The value of parents sharing struggles and failures with their children.
   • Introducing "The Ardent Man" community and its holistic approach to self-improvement.
   • Advocating for a balanced approach to personal growth and family life.

8. Discovering and Embracing Personal Growth (0:42:55 - 0:50:59)

   • Helping men identify their desired roles and navigate toward their goals.
   • The importance of vulnerability, accountability, and consistency.
   • Overcoming performance-based mindsets to rediscover true purpose.

9. Living With Intention and Purpose (0:50:59 - 1:03:20)

   • Guiding children to value their life experiences.
   • The practice of immersive gratitude and reflective exercises.
   • Gaining clarity and focus on one's purpose and calling.

10. Rebuilding