Don’t Take It Personal | Listening to the Critics | Ep 152 | The Dear Son, Show

In this engaging episode of The Dear Son, Show, hosts Jey Blac and D Johns dive into deeply impactful conversations aimed at helping boys, young men, and adult men learn valuable life lessons. Through personal anecdotes and real-life scenarios, the hosts discuss the importance of not taking things personally and how it can affect different areas of life, from personal relationships to professional settings. They also delve into the dynamics of parenting with grace and the significance of leading with curiosity, both in the corporate world and at home. Tune in for insightful dialogue that encourages self-reflection and proactive change. Don't miss out—like, share, and subscribe for more compelling episodes! 00:00:00 Welcome to the Dear Sun Show 00:00:18 Catching Up: Birthdays and School Updates 00:00:53 Discussing the Cowboys and Gremlin Losses 00:02:55 The Importance of Taking Things Personally 00:09:06 Corporate Lessons: Firing vs. Resignation 00:20:24 Leadership and Parenting: Balancing Friendliness and Authority 00:24:58 Leading Curiously: Asking 'Why' for Better Outcomes 00:29:20 Listening to Your Child 00:29:54 Adjustments vs. Compromises 00:30:34 Setting Expectations in Parenting 00:33:42 Communicating in Relationships 00:45:51 The Importance of Participation 00:52:17 Grace and Understanding 00:56:37 Closing Thoughts and Announcements #Raisingboysandgirls #FamilyTalk #singleparents #adultchildren #Parenting #raisingmen #raisingkids #mantalk Follow James: https://instagram.com/jeyblac Also, if you've made it this far, don't forget to: 1. subscribe to the channel, 2. turn on the notifications, 3. like this video, 4. leave a comment, and 5. share this content with someone who needs it. The DSP: https://thedearsonpodcast.com Support the podcast by supporting our sponsors: Shop DSN Merch: https://dear-son-merch.creator-spring.com/listing/the-dear-son-show Love Kisha J Studios: https://lovekishaj.com My ebook: https://thedearsonpodcast.com/dsp-merch-%26-digital/ols/products/20lifepromptsv1 My book (physical): https://thedearsonpodcast.com/dsp-merch-%26-digital/ols/products/dear-son-what-i-wish-my-father-told-me-physical-copy Let’s connect socially: https://instagram.com/thedearsonpodcast https://facebook.com/thedearsonpodcast The Three Foundational Pillars of the DSP Community 1. Reveal trauma 2. Heal from trauma 3. Help through telling stories of it all “Better Man. Better Father.” The Dear Son, Network ® Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dear-son/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy