About this episode
In this episode of the Dear Son Show, host D Johns sits down with the inspiring TJ Davidson for an engaging conversation that delves into life through the lens of fatherhood. They discuss the significance of open communication in relationships, the impact of corporate careers on family life, and the journey of self-identification beyond job titles. Both fathers talk about their parenting philosophies, the sacrifices they've made, and the importance of showing their children how to strive for greatness. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that touches on everything from raising kids to overcoming career challenges and finding true identity. 00:00:00 Introduction to the Dear Son Show 00:00:17 Meet the Guest: T. J. Davidson 00:00:31 Family Life and Parenting Challenges 00:02:10 Discovering the YouTube Family 00:04:50 Creating Content and Career Beginnings 00:07:10 Growing Up in the 757 00:09:00 Balancing Church and Personal Life 00:18:50 Parenting Philosophies and Approaches 00:27:34 Corporate Journey and Life Changes 00:28:25 Generational Expectations and Career Choices 00:29:22 Corporate Life and Its Discontents 00:29:59 The Turning Point: Embracing YouTube 00:31:23 Identity and Career Transitions 00:32:09 Overseas Experience and Corporate Realizations 00:34:00 The Harsh Realities of Corporate Loyalty 00:34:37 Balancing Career and Family 00:46:40 The Importance of Communication in Relationships 00:48:48 Reflecting on Resentment and Personal Growth 00:56:47 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans #theDearSonShow #Fatherhood #Raisingboysandgirls #FamilyTalk #singleparents #adultchildren #Parenting #lifeafterlayoff #gettingfired Follow TJ: https://instagram.com/tjdavdson 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://stan.store/JohnsandCo 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