Feeling like the year flew by and you're not sure how well you showed up as a dad?

Before the crush of the holidays or jumping into New Year's resolutions, take a pause and truly reflect. In this powerful episode, we guide you through 7 thought-provoking prompts that help you assess how you showed up for your kids, what needs to shift, and how to set a meaningful course for the year ahead. It's not about perfection - It's about presence and progress.

• Discover the simple, overlooked power of honest reflection to unlock better connection at home.
• Learn why writing things down (with a pen!) can dramatically improve memory, clarity, and focus.
• Walk away with 7 guided prompts that lead to stronger fatherhood, emotional awareness, and renewed purpose.

Press play now and get your hands on the free reflection worksheet to finish the year with clarity and intention. FREE Reflection worksheet download: https://dadcentral.ca/ye-reflection-worksheet-download/

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Timestamps

00:00:00 — Introduction 00:01:24 — Year-end reflection and goal setting discussion 00:03:01 — Segment 1: Reflect — Assessing how you showed up as a dad this year 00:05:58 — Celebrating wins (big and small) and their importance 00:06:56 — Segment 2: Reset — What needs to change for the year ahead? 00:09:51 — Practical prompts for resetting habits and mindsets 00:10:22 — Segment 3: Recommit — Intentional commitments for next year 00:12:29 — The three C's of commitment: Connection, Character, Contribution 00:13:26 — Wrap-up: Year-end worksheet and challenge for dads 00:14:36 — Key takeaways and closing resource (reflection worksheet) 00:15:07 — Closing remarks and gratitude to listeners

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