As men, we can often feel burdened by the responsibilities of home and work. So much so, that our ability to have fun is affected. This then impacts the way we connect with our kids, especially when it comes to play. We may even begin to view play and fun as an event, as a product, instead of as the valuable pursuit of joy and wonder.
But just because dads have serious stuff to take care of doesn’t mean they don’t get to have fun anymore. With the right approach, dads can become leaders who bring joy and play into their own homes even as they take care of work and other responsibilities.
In this episode, Dr. Mike Rucker shares what happiness really is about and how to be the bearer of joy in their own families.
“Of course we want to be happy. It’s an interesting by-product of living a joyful life. But when we make it an outcome-based goal, it’s clear that bad things can happen.” - Mike Rucker
In This Episode:
- Mike talks about positive psychology and why he started to study the concept of happiness in depth
- Learn how dads can bring more joy into their family’s lives
- Discover how dads can find balance between work and family life while still having fun
- Learn the value of fun and play even as an adult
- Learn tips on how to effectively play with your kids
- Learn how to be more present when playing with your kids
- ...and more!
Resources:
- The Fun Habit: How the Pursuit of Joy and Wonder Can Change Your Life by Mike Rucker PhD
Connect with Dr. Mike Rucker:
- Website
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- Email - cam@dmdpodcast.com
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