As a father, the moment when your child flies the nest for college is both a proud milestone and an emotional whirlwind. Thanks to the wonderful and talented Marcy Stoudt, I'm joined by my new friend and executive coach, Chris Weiss, as we exchange tales from our personal journeys through fatherhood, personal evolution, and embracing the next chapter of life post-retirement for Chris. As a former staffing executive at Aerotek and Aston Carter, Chris is embarking on the next chapter of his life as a coach, speaker, and author. With Chris's insights into authoring a book and entering the world of executive coaching, we underscore the significance of supportive relationships and the profound effects of open communication within the family unit on personal development.
Throughout our conversation, we recount the impactful road trips and sporting games, the life skills learned from family dynamics, and the importance of recognizing our own growth alongside our children's milestones. Navigating the complexities of our past and its influence on our roles as parents and partners can be transformative. In this heartfelt discussion, Chris and I discuss the power of forgiveness and the process of healing from childhood trauma. This episode is filled with so much vulnerability as we discuss the impact of divorce and abandonment.
Closing out with personal reflections, we examine the subtle yet profound moments of kindness and authenticity that define our families. Chris would share the core values most important to him as a father and remind himself to always be present and "be where your feet are."
These narratives and the boomerang mindset encapsulate the essence of our conversation as we share our gratitude and the power of mentorship and encourage listeners to engage in their own journeys of growth and transformation.
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