Books for Dads - Dads, Kiss Your Sons by Mark Craven Are You Terrified to Become a Dad - So Was I
Episode 135 - Books for Dads - Dads, Kiss Your Sons by Mark Craven Are You Terrified to Become a Dad - So Was I
Terrified to Become a Dad? So Was I.
"Fear is often our first response when we discover we are going to be fathers. We talk to just about everyone we know or search for quick answers to give us some sense of confidence to see our way through the unknown ahead. But what if you didn't have a dad? What if you didn't have role models to follow? What if the whole idea of being a dad is so completely foreign to you that quantum mechanics seems easier to master? That's my story along with becoming everything to my son that I never had growing up." -Mark Craven
As a teacher and coach in higher education, Mark Craven has researched numerous behavioral studies as well as the biology of neurological systems pointing to insights for new and expectant dads to adhere in Dad's, Kiss Your Sons, bringing a whole new level of significance to being a dad.
The current generation of dads has made fatherhood a part of their self-identity. They are seeking resources and feeling that there aren't enough content-related resources available to them.
Dad's, Kiss Your Sons is the book every dad needs.
- Here's a summary of the book "Dads, Kiss Your Sons" by Mark Craven:The book addresses the fears and uncertainties many men face when becoming fathers, especially those who grew up without father figures themselves. Craven shares his personal journey of overcoming his own fears about fatherhood, having lacked paternal role models in his own life.Key themes and insights include:Embracing vulnerability and emotional openness as a father, particularly with sons. The title emphasizes the importance of physical affection between fathers and sons.
- Drawing on behavioral studies and neuroscience to provide evidence-based parenting insights for new and expectant fathers.
- Addressing the unique challenges faced by men who didn't have positive father figures growing up, offering guidance on breaking negative cycles.
- Recognizing fatherhood as a core part of identity for many modern dads, who are actively seeking resources and support.
- Providing practical advice and strategies for building strong emotional bonds and effective communication with children, especially sons.
- Exploring how to become the father figure you wish you had, even without personal experience to draw from.
- Emphasizing the transformative power of fatherhood and its potential for personal growth.
The book aims to fill a perceived gap in parenting literature specifically tailored for fathers, especially those who feel unprepared or anxious about their new role. Craven combines personal anecdotes with research-based insights to create a guide that is both relatable and informative for new and expectant fathers.
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