Episode 133 – Breaking the Mold: A Candid Conversation About Fatherhood, Resilience, and Overcoming Addiction With Bryan Ward

In today’s episode, I had the honor of hosting Bryan Ward, a remarkable individual with a powerful message about pursuing success while prioritizing family and personal wellness. Bryan’s journey as a husband, father, and sports coach provided a deeply insightful conversation about the challenges men face in finding balance between their careers and their roles as present fathers and supportive partners. We dug into the impact of language, mindset, and the transformative power of reframing our daily interactions with loved ones. Bryan’s candor about his own experiences, from conquering addiction to fostering unforgettable memories with his children, left a lasting impression and resonated with my own personal journey. This conversation is a testament to the resilience and growth that can emerge from facing life’s obstacles head-on, and I can’t wait for you to join us on this enlightening episode of The Winners Paradigm.

Timestamps:

00:00 Husband, father, passionate about family and relationships.

04:46 Balancing work and personal life is essential.

09:21 Struggling with money led to a victim mentality.

10:42 Embracing change, prioritizing family, and self-improvement.

15:12 Struggled with marathon, filmed video about it.

18:52 Turning point: overcoming addiction to find purpose.

22:58 Struggling with healing from family alcohol abuse.

23:54 Influence of social norms on drinking habits

28:58 Enjoy life, don’t stress about little things.

30:02 Express gratitude for having me on. Thank you.

You’ll Learn:

1.How has Bryan Ward’s personal experience of being a father and husband influenced the way he prioritizes his family in his life and career?

2.Can you relate to Alundas Havens’ journey of redefining his mindset and reframing his family responsibilities as opportunities rather than obligations? How has this mindset shift impacted your life?

3.What challenges do fathers face in finding a balance between career success and being present for their families, and how can they overcome these challenges?

4. In what ways can changing our vocabulary and mindset lead to a more fulfilling and present family life? Can you provide examples from your own experience?

The Importance of Work-Life Balance for Dads: “And I’m not saying that because I think I am. I’m saying that because there are 3 people in this house right now, my 2 sons and my wife, that will tell you that themselves, that I have been that successful person outside of the home, but I’ve also been that successful dad and husband.”

— Bryan Ward [00:07:30 → 00:07:41]

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