Research shows that many men are struggling and not sure how to get support. So I asked our friends from the Dadville podcast to come on and talk about how to encourage the guys in your life! \nWhat a joy to host this insightful and fun duo! Jon McLaughlin and Dave Barnes are best known for their careers as musicians and song writers, but on theiroff-time, they encourage and inspire us on their popular parenting podcast, Dadville. You\u2019ll find so much wisdom in this conversation, including: \n1. How to find joy in the dream vs. the destination\n2. Guys and vulnerability\n3. The true goal of parenting\n4. Why we all have to face our own blind spots\n5. A beautiful picture of letting go of control with our kids\nFind a full transcript and list of resources from this episode here.\nDo you have questions for Dr. Alison?\u2060 Leave them here.\nRelated Episodes:\nEpisode 32: Productivity and the Never Ending To Do List: How to Stop Hustling & Embrace the Joy of Enough\nEpisode 28: The Pain of Performing For Others and How to Claw Your Way Out with Toni Collier\nTherapy Adjacent Series:\nEpisode 63: Spiritual Direction, the Power of Listening, & How to Attune to Yourself and to Others\nEpisode 64: Women\u2019s Health\u2014Menopause, Hormones, Depression and How to Advocate for Yourself Through Your Body\u2019s Changes\n\nThanks to our sponsors:\nGo to \u2060www.organifi.com/bestofyou\u2060 today and use code BESTOFYOU for 20% off your order today. \nVisit hiyahealth.com/BESTOFYOU and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.\nGo to AquaTru.com and enter code BESTOFYOU at checkout to get 20% OFF any AquaTru purifier! AquaTru comes with a 30-day Money-Back Guarantee so if you don\u2019t like it just send it back for a refund, minus shipping. \nIf you've been searching for a better alternative to traditional healthcare and want to take your health to new heights, visit www.WildHealth.com/Premium to apply for membership.\nMusic by Andy Luiten\nSound editing by Kelly Kramarik\nWhile Dr. Cook is a counselor, the content of this podcast and any of the products provided by Dr. Cook are not specific counseling advice nor are they a substitute for individual counseling. The content and products provided on this podcast are for informational purposes only.\nLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices