Some Seeds Don’t Grow | Cultivating the Garden of Life | Ep 149 | The Dear Son, Show

In this episode of The Dear Son, Show, hosts D Johns and Jey Blac engage in meaningful conversations about life through the lens of fatherhood. They cover topics that resonate with fathers, those with fathers, and the fatherless. Key highlights include Jey Blac discussing his excitement about becoming a senior in college and the challenges that come with it, D Johns sharing his son's experiences balancing school and a budding career in the electrical trade, and an insightful discussion on how not every planted seed grows but how persistence and good nurturing can yield unexpected results. The hosts also share personal anecdotes about balancing multiple responsibilities and the importance of dedication in every aspect of life. Don't miss this engaging discussion and make sure to subscribe to our channel for more heartfelt conversations and life lessons! 00:00:00 Welcome to the Dear Son, Show 00:00:26 Celebrating Milestones and Achievements 00:01:43 Back to School and Family Updates 00:03:30 The Challenges of Parenting and Education 00:04:53 Not Every Planted Seed Grows 00:07:40 College Life and New Beginnings 00:12:07 Balancing Freedom and Responsibility 00:21:34 Gardening and Life Lessons 00:25:07 The Heat in Dallas and Plant Care 00:25:44 Germination Period and Patience 00:26:13 The Importance of Proper Plant Placement 00:26:54 Sharing Resources and Soil Management 00:27:48 Nurturing Plants and Recognizing Efforts 00:28:45 Marriage and Relationships Insights 00:32:00 Balancing Busy Schedules and Priorities 00:34:51 Strategic Planting and Crop Rotation 00:35:37 Teaching Life Skills and Observations 00:41:10 Career Advice and Personal Growth 00:49:17 Promoting Books and Final Thoughts #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