In this episode of the Dear Son, Show, hosts D. Johns and Jay Black engage in a heartfelt discussion about the pressures of fatherhood, the struggles of being perceived as strong, and the importance of vulnerability. They reflect on their personal experiences, share lessons learned from their fathers, and discuss how they are navigating these concepts with their own children. The conversation explores various perceptions of strength, the consequences of unaddressed emotions, and the importance of seeking help and support. Tune in for an insightful dialogue on the realities of fatherhood and life. 00:00:00 Welcome to the Dear Son Show 00:00:23 Summer Reflections and School Preparations 00:01:45 Family Dynamics and Upcoming Events 00:04:13 The Burden of Strength 00:06:07 Lessons from Our Fathers 00:12:08 Emotional Vulnerability and Strength 00:14:31 The Importance of Releasing Emotions 00:16:29 Unlearning Old Habits 00:17:26 Sweat Hurts: A Family Car Ride Story 00:17:52 Parenting Frustrations and Realizations 00:18:20 A Lesson in Communication 00:20:09 Reflecting on Past Mistakes 00:21:12 The Journey Back to College 00:25:44 The Importance of Spiritual Strength 00:27:28 Balancing Strength and Vulnerability 00:33:38 Business Decisions and Family Lessons 00:34:38 Final Thoughts and Farewell #theDearSonShow #Fatherhood #LifeLessons #FamilyTalk #StayInTheFight #PodcastLife #Parenting #RealConversations #LifeJourney #FatherhoodJourney #Motivation #PersonalGrowth 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:  Johns & Co Apparel: https://johnsandcompany.co Love Kisha J Studios: https://lovekishaj.com 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.” Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/dear-son/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy