#46 - On A Mission To Help Men and Dads Become Better with Ryan Shortill

In this week's episode, we sit down with Ryan Shortill. Ryan's passion for being an engaged and supportive dad shines through as he discusses the role of dads in shaping the future and the cherished moments that make it all worthwhile. His story is a testament to the strength and determination that define the essence of fatherhood. Tune in to this special episode of the Too Dad to Quit podcast to discover how Ryan Shortill embodies the spirit of being "Too Dad To Quit." Whether you're a dad yourself or simply someone who appreciates the profound impact of dads, this conversation will leave you feeling inspired and motivated. After struggling to find a support system for divorced dads, Ryan founded the Dads Organization. Dad’s Organization is a fellowship of men who share their experience, strength, and hope with each other that they may be better fathers and family men within their communities. Ryan's story is a reminder that fatherhood is a journey worth taking, and you too can embrace the mantra of being "Too Dad To Quit." Contact Us to Share Your Story: ⁠https://toodadtoquit.com/contact⁠

Watch This Episode: https://youtu.be/GIGPaFI48OM

Chapters: 00:00 Two Dads to Quit: Inspiring Stories of Dads on the Other Side of Divorce

01:23 Interview with Ryan Shorthill and Conversation About Fatherhood and Support

04:00 My Journey of Travel, Service, and Building Communities for Single Dads

05:58 Creating a Safe Space for Dads and Finding Wisdom in Personal Changes

08:59 A Challenging Time and The Healing Power of Nature

11:23 Reflections on Parents' Divorce, Future Relationships, and Breakups

13:33 Maintaining Relationships and Personal Growth

15:27 Creating a Supportive Community for Dads

18:47 Origins and Evolution of the Dads Organization

20:40 Perspectives on Gender, Empowerment, and Emotional Support

23:07 Collecting Families and Friends: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Growth

26:12 Creating a Supportive Space for Men and Group Efforts

27:26 Reflections on Family, Loss, and Parent-Child Relationships

31:57 Importance of Division of Labor and Not Keeping Score in Relationships

36:07 Fighting for My Kids and Ins and Outs of Fatherhood

39:31 Raising a Large Family: Joys, Reflections, and Advice

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Episode References:

Book: Greenlights, by McConaughey Matthew, https://www.amazon.com/Greenlights-McConaughey-Matthew/dp/1472280873

Book: The 10 Really Dumb Mistakes that Very Smart Couples Make: A Torah-Based Guide to a Successful Marriage, by Ben Tzion Shafier, https://www.amazon.com/Really-Dumb-Mistakes-Smart-Couples/dp/1680251767

Author: Brene Brown, https://www.amazon.com/stores/Bren%C3%A9-Brown/author/B001JP45BA

Social Media Influencer: Emily King, https://linktr.ee/emilywking

Reach out to Ryan:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DadsOrganization

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dadsorganization

Da's Organization: https://dadsorg.com

Follow Us: ⁠https://linktr.ee/toodadtoquit ⁠

Join the Too Dad To Quit Community: ⁠https://facebook.com/groups/toodadtoquit⁠

Thanks for listening,

Ben & Yoel