The Importance of Pain
Today, my good friend Tony Dungy shares with us how he learns from pain. His son, Jordan, is unable to feel pain. At first that may sound enticing, but it is more challenging than you would think. Take a moment to hear what Tony and his family have learned as a result of Jordan’s …
Giving Your Teenager the Freedom to Fail
Being a parent is really hard, but letting go is even harder. Think about it. If you are a young parent, you realize that you are pretty much in control of all the decisions your child makes—what kind of clothes they are going to wear, where they’re going to go, what kind of food …
5 Ways to Teach Your Children to be Courageous
Being courageous does not mean you don’t have anxiety or fear. It means you do the right thing and stand strong no matter the cost or how scared you might be. Here are 5 ways to teach your kids to be courageous. 1. Set the Example The eyes of your kids are always on …
How to Be a Courageous Dad
Tony Dungy and I first met in 1997, a year after he became head coach of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Since that time, he and I have worked side by side helping men to be the best fathers they can be through our All Pro Dad program. Recently, Tony and I were sitting in …
10 Ways to Help Kids Deal with the Loss of a Family Member or Friend
Experiencing loss is a part of life. Losing someone is a challenge no matter what age you are. Imagine how much harder it is for children who have never experienced what it is like to be separated from someone they love. Here is a list of things to keep in mind when talking with …
12 Truths About Parenting
Today I’d like to share with you about parenting. It is not an easy task, but it is a rewarding one. Here are 12 truths that I hope will be helpful for you. 1. Parenting is “heart work.” It’s not just about outward obedience, it’s about the inward attitude of your child. 2. Parenting …
5 Reasons Your Child Should Work
In today’s Family Minute radio program, I talked the importance of our children doing some manual labor either inside or outside of the home. Here are 5 reasons your child should work. 1. We were all created to work and work is good. 2. Work is necessary for a productive life. 3. Work teaches …








