In this episode, Paul and Andrew down in person with their friend Nick Jensen to talk about one of the most overlooked aspects of parenting: what it means to still show up, even when you're exhausted, overwhelmed, or emotionally tapped out. Nick reflects on his own fatherhood journey — juggling long days at work with the desire to be fully present at home, even when he’s got nothing left in the tank. They talk about guilt, grace, and the hard-earned wisdom of learning that presence doesn’t require perfection. This is an honest, heartfelt episode for the dads (and parents) who know what it’s like to walk through the door and face one more mess, one more meltdown, or one more bedtime battle — and still show up.
🔑 What We Talk About:
Why “being there” isn’t always easy, but it always matters
How dads carry pressure to fix things instead of just be there
The pilot-in-turbulence metaphor that redefined Nick’s parenting mindset
Learning to shift from resentment to gratitude in daily chaos
Accepting failure and showing your kids that love is consistent, not perfect
💥 This Week’s Challenge:
Next time you walk into chaos after a long day, take a breath. Instead of trying to fix everything, try just being present — tired, imperfect, but available.
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