Redefining Masculinity: Balance and Empathy in Relationships

Ep. 16 Sitting in our favorite pizza joint, Create a Pizza, I felt a sense of peace as we shared a vegan meatball pizza. Little did I know, I was about to embark on a journey that would forever change my understanding of masculinity and empathy. As I conversed with my wife, I realized I had to adapt my behaviors to be a better husband and father. But what happened next was truly unexpected and has left me with a newfound appreciation for life's little moments. The resources mentioned in this episode are: Visit Creative Pizza at 766 Monroe Avenue, mention Father Torch and enjoy the $5.99 lunch special with a drink. Focus on understanding yourself and your own expectations in relationships, especially with your children and spouse. Make sure to respect and love your spouse, communicating openly and without belittling or disregarding their opinions and feelings. Adapt to your children's needs without losing the foundation of being a father, ensuring you maintain effective communication. Give your children the benefit of the doubt and avoid making assumptions based on their actions or the people they associate with. Develop a strong relationship with your children through dialogue and understanding, being open to their experiences and perspectives. Avoid bringing up past experiences to justify assumptions about your children's behavior and instead focus on the present situation. Understanding Relationships In relationships, it is essential to acknowledge the differences in how men and women approach them. Each partner comes with their unique views and expectations, often shaped by their personal experiences and upbringing. Understanding these differences is the first step towards building a strong foundation for a deeper connection with one's partner. When communication is clear and respectful, the relationship thrives, making it easier for both parties to navigate any difficulties that arise. Fathers represent authority, so they should be able to understand or overstand when something is out of order. - Rah   SPONSORED BY CREATE A PIZZA: home of the FATHA TORCH Lunch Special Try the Vegan Meatball Pizza with Sexy Cheese and a Drink for only $5.99 766 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY Order Ahead at www.createapizza585.com Connect with Fatha Torch:  Instagram: @FathaTorch  Website: www.fathatorch.com  ABIMILECHH FOUNDATION -Local Programs for Fathers Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here:   Podchaser , Listen Notes Buy me a coffee or send a CashApp $RAHG76  Want to be a sponsor or guest on the podcast? Email me at [e-mail]  Other episodes you'll enjoy: Any Fool Can Make a Baby | FATHA TORCH Are You a Good Father? It All All Comes Down to This  Letter to My Youngest Son | FATHA TORCH   Podcast Like a Pro! Riverside.FM Promo Code JAZZYCAST for 15% off Remote Recording  JazzCastPros.com for help launching, branding or editing your podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices