When you’re young, stability doesn’t sound exciting. Adventure, fun, freedom... those are the things that get your attention. Stability sounds boring, like something for old people. But here’s the truth: stability is what gives you the ability to enjoy all the good things in life without losing them as quickly as they came.

These past several months, my boys and I have circled around one important topic that I think all young men need to hear: the power of our choices. At 12 and 13, my sons are beginning to hold a power that will shape the rest of their lives — the ability to make decisions.

It feels like every news cycle brings a fresh surge of tension. Elections, protests, court rulings – whatever the headline, you can bet your kids are catching snippets at school, on TV, or in the back seat while the radio plays. They sense the worry and anger in the air even if they do not fully understand the issues.

As a dad, you’re likely juggling multiple roles. You’re tasked with providing financial stability, being emotionally present...

Unlike the scary sounding title, the actual role of the Hammer is to end disputes or correct behavior when all other attempts have...

This is the 4th of the 5 roles I discussed in a previous post that every Dad has to provide for his family. As "The Law" of a household,...

An entirely underappreciated but crucial role a father plays in a household is that of the example. Children ages 3 to 7 learn primarily...

Cook time: 30 minutes Servings: 4 servings (about 16 normal-size meatballs) This is one of my favorite memories as a kid and now I have...

This is the second of the 5 roles I discussed in a previous post that every Dad has to provide for his family. It goes without saying...

This is the first of the 5 roles I discussed in a previous post that every Dad has to provide for his family. In most families today,...

To get directly to the point, here they are: The Provider, The Protector, The Example, The Law and The Hammer. I plan on writing a full...

One challenge many Modern Dads face is how to create meaningful quality time with their kids during the holidays. Some families may need...

I will be completely honest. This is a much bigger challenge than I first thought. Especially with kids that are so tuned into their...

Here I am patiently waiting for the day my sons grow old enough to think of this question. How do you be a good father? This is the same...