Fatherhood | Fitness | Finance Podcast: Training Resource For Being A Happy, Healthy And Weathy Dad

Video Link - https://youtu.be/5dbhRkWo3qI In this episode, we talk about our system for guilt free spending and notes on how you can implement it as well. There are many steps to setting up and designing you financial future – naturally this gets a tad more complicated when you get marriage because you will likely decide to share accounts, etc. One step we took early on was making sure we still each had the personal freedom of being able to splurge and spend money on ourselves without feeling guilty or worrying about what our spouse thinks. Initially, we read one of Dave Ramsey’s books and that helped get us started but we wanted to add “Fun Money” accounts into our system where both of us would have our own “bucket” of money to spend on whatever we wanted. The road to being debt free can be a long one but make sure to give yourself a little grace and be willing to spend money on yourself along the way. FamilyLifeElevated.com

In this episode, we discuss 4 ways to help your kids develop an attitude of gratitude so they can be grateful in the good times and the bad. With this crazy year we have been having here on planet earth, kids' anxiety has been up and the mental health of our kids is a serious concern. Being thankful every day can’t fix what’s going on with lockdown and all other challenges but it can help our kids learn how to not only see the negative in the problems that arise in our life.   Here is a link to some of the kid gratitude journal that our kids have tried: https://amzn.to/2ZRFLda (full disclosure! - we helped create these journals because we believe in the power of daily gratitude)   Episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/gP-ozcUGPmM

Video of Episode: https://youtu.be/iM7Hm_yMyM4 I review my experience using the Light Phone 2 compared to a flip phone. The flip phone in question is an LG Exalt LTE that is on Verizon Wireless. These are commonly called dumb phones but the LG exalt is actually a decent smartphone hiding in the shell of a flip phone. At&t has it’s only flip phones that are slightly different but the features look to stack up the same as the LG. The Light Phone is clearly a basic phone by design and that’s the point. Here are my thoughts and review on both the light phone and the flip phone. Blackberry also appears to have made its own version of the light phone called Punkt MP02. Some people prefer to just take a current smartphone and “dumb it” down – this is a decent solution for most. Personally, I still feel like that requires discipline and have noticed that those “dumbed down” smartphones end up with the same apps back on them over time. Use phones – don’t let them use you.  

Also on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9rqy8YBtKuc   In this video we discuss note and wrap up our weight loss journey. We discuss how (and why) we changed our family diet to help Seth lose weight. We settled on a mix of a Keto/Paleo diet that is low carb and definitely low sugar. Seth lost approximately 58 pounds (and 4 inches of waist) as he trimmed down from 213 lbs to 155 lbs. Seth has started transitioning to the vertical diet so he can incorporate certain carbs to help support his daily work out regimen.   A few of our favorite resources that we enjoyed studying to help us select and make sense of the different diets out there. Tom Bilyeu and his “Impact Theory” Podcast. Peter Attia and his “The Drive” Podcast. Dom D'agostino who is a leading researcher on the effects of a ketogenic (keto) diet. Stan Efferding and the Vertical Diet that he uses to train world class athletes (and also regular people like us!)

Now on Youtube as well! https://youtu.be/HdiQXVDGC_0 In this episode – we kick it off with possibly the most important parenting topic today . . . social media and screen time for kids. There is a lot to say about screentime but we decided to start by describing why and how social media is designed to keep you addicted so they can then sell your attention to advertisers. Years ago, we struggled with being checking the phone too much and not checking in on our family enough. It is a strong word but I think the word addiction is appropriate and many us have to work hard to fight social media addiction. More broadly, digital addiction might be a better description since we weren't just checking social media constantly but also email, text, etc. We had to start our own journey with a digital detox and now feel like we get to enjoy life so much more! Our mission at Family Life Elevated is to help you elevate your family to the next level.

Today I chat about the results of a 2018 Flip Phone Challenge. It started out as a 60 day challenge but I still have the phone 5 months later. I also share some techniques to reduce your phone time when with the family.   What you'll learn Why I wanted to reduce phone time Phone time reduction techniques My Flip phone experiment Flip phone details Verdict – is it as good as a smartphone?   Where to learn more https://www.fatherhoodfitnessfinance.com/home/why-and-how-to-try-a-flip-phone-in-2018 Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes reach more dads.      Connect with me www.FatherhoodFitnessFinance.com Instagram   Subscribe to Fatherhood | Fitness | Financ

John Lamerton is just an average guy who has gone from being an unhealthy civil servant to living the dream. He tells stories from when he was a clock watcher, working in a stressful work environment, to leaving his career to experience doing business the wrong way with hustle and grind, to his breakthrough moment soon after the birth of his first child.  He now lives the dream life, working 20-25 hours a week in his business allows him the flexibility to live the life he desires, contributing significantly to raising his two young children and being more present with the family than most fathers can only wish for.   What you'll learn Why he left his stable salary job How he learned his new skills Why having a large company wasn’t as great as expected Does not wanting to be Richard Branson mean you’re not ambitious Common mistakes in small businesses If I’m listening to this and I hate my career, what starting point does John recommend Where to learn more OnePerCenter Mentoring:  BigIdea.co.uk\opcc Book: ht

Sid Garza-Hillman, podcaster and YouTuber, is the author of Approaching the Natural: A Health Manifesto and Raising Healthy Parents: Small Steps, Less Stress, and a Thriving Family. He graduated from UCLA with a BA in Philosophy, and is a public speaker, certified nutritionist, and Small Steps Coach–teaching people around the world his unique Small Steps approach to healthy living at www.smallsteppers.com. He is the Wellness Programs Director at the Stanford Inn Eco-Resort, an ultra runner, and Race Director of the Mendocino Coast 50K trail ultramarathon. Sid lives on California’s Mendocino Coast with his wife and three children, horse, dog, and three cats. What you'll learn How Sid came to be an author The Small Steps Approach An Ultra Marathon Raising Healthy Parents Parenting philosophy vs. reality Philosophy before reality What is parent recovery time Wall of behavior What can we apply this week?   Where to learn more Youtube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/user/SidGarzaHillman https://www.instagram.c

Pastor Craig Johnson is currently the Director of Ministries at Lakewood Church in Houston, Texas. He joins us today to talk about how his son’s behavior suddenly changed at 2 years old as he stopped talking, withdrew and displayed other behavior issues. The diagnosis was Autism which changed their family’s life forever; this adversity has now blossomed into a global ministry called Champions Club where they are working to give special needs kids the proper curriculum and support that they deserve. What you'll learn What life was like before autism What started to happen – what changes he saw in his son How him and his wife worked to stay united What big surprise happened 3 years after Connor lost his speech What a special family needs from friends What is a Champions Club The advice Craig has for other families facing adversity   Where to learn more about Champions Club https://www.championsclub.org/ Champion Book - Amazon   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I ho

Dave Lukas, host of the Misfit Entrepreneur podcast, joins us to talk about some of the mindset requirements to be an entrepreneur as well as the role of the subconscious mind in our life. Dave also shares the remarkable adoption story of his daughter. What you'll learn About his unique adoption story Mental toughness in entrepreneurs Using failure Role of subconscious How we can choose our outlook How gratitude can help   Where to find Dave www.misfitentrepreneur.com www.instagram.com/misfitentrepreneur/   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes reach more dads.      Connect with me www.FatherhoodFitnessFinance.com Instagram   Subscribe to Fatherhood | Fit

Robert Beeson, a former Grammy Award-winning music industry executive, never expected to be one of them, but found himself a single parent to his three girls, ages 9, 7 and 4, when his wife left. He raised them on his own for eight years, and while he grew as a person in ways he never imagined possible, his eyes were also opened to the sheer volume and tremendous needs of the single parenting community.   This April, Beeson will launch his book Going Solo: Hope and Healing for the Single Mom or Dad (April 2018), in which he shares his solo parenting journey, along with hope and encouragement for parents who find themselves walking a similar road.   What you'll learn Most challenging aspects of single parentings What the Solo Parent Society is and does How he differentiates between the terms “single” and “solo”? Tangible ways that listeners can support solo parents Why he’s leaving his career as a music executive This April, you’re releasing your first book, Going Solo. Why did you write this book and what is

Kilian Saekel is the Co-Founder & CEO of A-champs, his company recently developed a new kids toy called PlayRoxs. His toy is designed to “gamify” children’s physical playtime with the goal of getting kids moving.   What you'll learn What made you want get kids moving? Tell us about the process of creating PlayRoxs What is a PlayRox Beside PlayRoxs, what other strategies are you doing to limit screen time for your kids? Is there anything you are doing to limit your own screen time when you are with the kids or wife?   Where to learn more https://www.playroxs.com   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes reach more dads.    Connect with me www.FatherhoodF

Cedric (Ced) Thompson Jr is a defensive back in the NFL. With the ups and downs of the NFL, he decided to start a YouTube video channel after being released from the New England Patriots in September 2016. He currently has 117k subscribers on Youtube as well as 7.2 million video views.   What you'll learn Why did you start this and How did you get interested in Film What got you from 1k to 50k? For him and his wife – What is working to help run the household? What has surprised you about fatherhood so far? Sports and kids - what age to start?   Where to find CED Youtube Channel https://www.instagram.com/ascedbyme/   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes r

Today I review the current screen time recommendations from the American Academy of Pediatrics and some of the research guiding those recommendations.   What you'll learn Current Recommendations Why research is not abundantly available Key facts for 18 month old children all the way to 18 years old Why no screen time is also not the answer   Sources https://www.aap.org/en-us/about-the-aap/aap-press-room/Pages/American-Academy-of-Pediatrics-Announces-New-Recommendations-for-Childrens-Media-Use.aspx https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/toddlers-screen-time-linked-slower-speech-development-study-finds https://www.cnn.com/2017/10/19/health/children-smartphone-tablet-use-report/index.html https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/inspired-life/wp/2018/01/22/teens-who-spend-less-time-in-front-of-screens-are-happier-up-to-a-point-new-research-shows/?utm_term=.3b79039cdfb1 https://www.wsj.com/articles/what-if-children-should-be-spending-more-time-with-screens-1516539618?mod=rss_Technology https://www.inc.com/jessic

Today we discuss some notes to make sure we don’t let every injury last 6 months. Then I’ll answer some a question I have received about which workout style I like the best or recommend (bodybuilding, crossfit, powerlifting, etc).   What you'll learn How NOT to work around an injury Stages of recovery Why I don’t recommend braces The 1 year rule Thoughts on best workout style   Workout Plans I get asked for these and I don’t offer any workout plans. I do like Dr. Anthony and his workout plans though if you want to try him out. FitFatherProject.com/FF30x   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes reach more dads.   Support our Sponsors The Fatherhood Fitness

Dr. Anthony Balduzzi is a men's health, weight loss, & muscle-building expert exclusively for busy fathers and entrepreneurs. After watching his own Dad lose his health and pass away at the young age of 42, Dr. Anthony founded The Fit Father Project to help other busy fathers get and stay permanently healthy for their families. Dr. Anthony holds dual degrees in Nutrition & Neuroscience from the University Of Pennsylvania, a Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine, and is also a national champion bodybuilder. He’s most proud of the fact that he’s helped over 22,000 fathers lose over 100,000lbs of fat with his work at the Fit Father Project. What you'll learn How Dr. A came to start the Fit Father Project How to feel less tired and have more energy How belly fat is really linked to disease Dieting – why not to go too aggressive Tips to form unbreakable habits Tips on Injury Prevention   Where to find Dr. Anthony Dr. Anthony would love to give TWO gift links to your listeners:   1) Our 1-Day Meal Plan For B

Jeff Henderson joins us to answer a few questions about raising teenage children, what he wished he would tell himself 15 years ago and about the importance of rite of passage for young teens.  Jeff is the lead pastor of Gwinnett Church, a campus of North Point Ministries in Atlanta, Georgia.   Before serving as a pastor, Jeff worked in marketing and advertising including leading Chick-fil-A’s sports marketing and beverage partnerships for six years.  Jeff is the co-founder of Champion Tribes.  Jeff and his wife Wendy have been married 21 years and have a daughter Jesse and son Cole.    What you'll learn What would today Jeff say to himself about parenting 15 years ago How he is taught money management to his teenagers Behavior Correction vs. Character Formation Why young teens need a rite of passage experience What are Champion Tribes   Where to learn more about Champion Tribes ChampionTribes.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/championtribes/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/championtribes/   Thank

Aaron Hendon is a father of two teenagers who lives on a remote island in Seattle with his family. He is the managing partner at Christine & Company, a Seattle Magazine 5 Star Real Estate Agent winning team for the last 5 years and an individual Rising Star in Seattle Real Estate winner. He recently wrote ‘Shortchanged by Shortcuts’ to help people across the country not rip themselves during the home buying/selling process.   What you'll learn How the teenage phase is treating him. What he is doing to help manage phone and internet usage What challenges does he have living on an island? Why did he start a business Is working for yourself riskier than working for another company What all business have you started? The real estate mistake we all make If for sale by owner ever a good idea   Where to find Aaron https://www.rationalrealestate.pro     Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you

Professional Wrestler Rob Strauss, a.k.a Robbie E us to talk about his twin boys, life as a wrestler and being on the reality show Amazing Race. He is also the DadBodDestroyer over at Men’s Fitness Magazine and Muscle and Fitness Magazine.   What you'll learn How he stays in touch with family with his demanding schedule If he had a heart ache when he discovered he was having twins How he became the dad bod destroyer How he got started wrestling If life is different with cameras on you during a reality show   Where to find Rob Robbie-E.com www.instagram.com/robbieeimpact/   Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episodes reach more dads. Support our Sponsors The Fat

Fraser Cain joins us to talk about how he got started as a content creator, why we should even bother going to space, interesting 2018 space plans and talk about the fermi paradox. What you'll learn If his kids are sick of hearing about space How Fraser got started with universetoday and what triggered that Why we should even go to space The big things happening in 2018 If moving industry off earth could happen How big the universe really is (hint: its insanely massive) What the Fermi Paradox is about Where to find Fraser or learn more about Space Exploration UniverseToday.com Youtube – Guide to Space AstronomyCast.com Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for taking the time to listen this week. I hope this information will help you be a happy, healthy and wealthy dad! If you enjoyed the show, please share it using the social media buttons at the bottom of the page. Also, please leave an honest review for the podcast on Itunes. Ratings and reviews are important to show visibility and will help these episode