Becoming the Parent You Needed: Why Self-Grace Might Save Your Family | Glen Henry (Bonus Episode)

This conversation is rooted in a Christian perspective, because that’s Glen’s background and mine as well. But the heart of this episode isn’t about Christianity - it’s about humanity, growth, grace, and learning to show up fully for ourselves and the people we love. Whether or not you share our faith, the themes we explore today are universal, and I truly believe there’s something here for everyone.

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What if being a great parent starts with healing yourself first? In this episode, I’m joined by Glen Henry, creator of Beleaf in Fatherhood and author of Father Yourself First, to talk about why true parenting begins within. Glen shares his journey from reluctant dad to one of today’s most inspiring voices in modern parenting, and how confronting our own wounds allows us to lead our families with more empathy, patience, and love. We explore breaking cycles, redefining masculinity, and learning to show up for our children by first showing up for ourselves — a powerful reminder that growth at home begins with growth within.

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• Connect with Glen:
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• Instagram
• TikTok
• Book: Father Yourself First: Everything You Need to Become the Father Your Family Deserves

About Glen |

Glen Henry, the creative force behind the immensely popular YouTube channel "Beleaf in Fatherhood," is a visionary content creator, devoted father, and a beacon of inspiration for parents worldwide. Born with a passion for storytelling and a deep commitment to fatherhood, Glen embarked on his journey as a YouTube creator to redefine the narrative of modern parenting in 2015. Through his channel, Glen showcases the joys, challenges, and triumphs of fatherhood, offering a refreshing perspective that resonates with viewers of all backgrounds. To date his following consists of 4.5 million dedicated viewers across all platforms. His goal is to take the same stories people fell in love with on the Internet to real life through children's books.

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