It's Not Too Late to Be the Dad Your Kids Need
with Rob Reynolds
ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Your kids don't need a perfect dad. They need a present one. This is a candid conversation about fatherhood after addiction. How to carry responsibility without letting shame run the show. How to correct your children while you're still healing. How to rebuild trust with actions that match your words. We talk through the moments that test every parent: when guilt tempts you to pull back, when frustration turns into defensiveness, and when the hardest move is a humble apology. Real ownership sounds like "I was wrong," and consistent small follow-through restores credibility faster than big promises ever could. We also unpack boundaries and grace, setting standards and keeping them even when it's tough. If you've ever felt unqualified to lead because of your past, this conversation will remind you that presence beats perfection and growth can start right where you stand.
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HOST
Justin Franich
Executive Director of Shenandoah Valley Teen Challenge with 20+ years helping families navigate the journey from addiction to restoration. Learn more.
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